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Peterborough to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Peterborough to Gainsborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 59.09, with average prices for this route around SAR 59.09.

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
06:32 2 hours 13 minutes, Changes required Peterborough	08:45 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
07:09 1 hour 24 minutes, Changes required Peterborough	08:33 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
07:31 1 hour 36 minutes, Direct Peterborough	09:07 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
08:00 1 hour 37 minutes, Changes required Peterborough	09:37 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
08:37 2 hours 1 minute, Changes required Peterborough	10:38 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
08:55 1 hour 43 minutes, Changes required Peterborough	10:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Peterborough to Gainsborough Train Route Details

First train

06:32

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Peterborough

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

1 hour 24 minutes

Distance

97 km

Price

SAR 59.09*

Train operators

Northern, LNER, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Gainsborough

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Peterborough to Gainsborough 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Peterborough to Gainsborough, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Peterborough to Gainsborough 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 Peterborough to Gainsborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Peterborough to Gainsborough train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Peterborough to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Peterborough to Gainsborough Train Route Details