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Outbound fromNewark to Gainsborough by train
It takes an average of 1h 25m to travel from Newark to Gainsborough by train, over a distance of around 23 miles (37 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Newark to Gainsborough and tickets for this journey start from £17.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:06 | |
| Departure station | Newark | |
| Arrival station | Gainsborough | |
| Journey time | From 49m | |
| Distance | 23 miles (37 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £17.20 | |
| Train operators | Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Newark to Gainsborough by train
Looking to travel from Newark to Gainsborough by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to travel from Newark to Gainsborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 49 minutes though. You'll usually find 36 trains per day running along the 23 miles (37 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gainsborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Hull Trains to get to Gainsborough. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Newark to Gainsborough in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £17.20.
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Cheap train tickets from Newark to Gainsborough
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Newark to Gainsborough is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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