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Gainsborough to Preston Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Gainsborough to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 1 218 413 IDR, with average prices for this route around 1 218 413 IDR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:03 2 tuntia 59 minuuttia, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	21:02 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:42 3 tuntia 46 minuuttia, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	22:28 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:42 4 tuntia 8 minuuttia, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	22:50 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
19:59 3 tuntia 5 minuuttia, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	23:04 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
21:49 9 tuntia 56 minuuttia, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	07:45 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Gainsborough to Preston Train Route Details

First train

09:08

Last train

21:49

Departure station

Gainsborough

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

2 tuntia 59 minuuttia

Distance

134 km

Price

1 218 413 IDR*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gainsborough to Preston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gainsborough to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Gainsborough to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gainsborough to Preston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Gainsborough to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gainsborough to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Gainsborough to Preston Train prices and times

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