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Gainsborough to Sleaford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Gainsborough to Sleaford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $35.37, with average prices for this route around $41.26.

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
12:35 2 hours 22 minutes, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	14:57 Sleaford	Find Tickets
14:35 2 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	16:56 Sleaford	Find Tickets
17:36 1 hour 21 minutes, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	18:57 Sleaford	Find Tickets
22:19 8 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Gainsborough Lea Road	06:42 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Gainsborough to Sleaford Train Route Details

First train

12:35

Last train

22:19

Departure station

Gainsborough

Arrival station

Sleaford

Journey time

1 hour 21 minutes

Distance

51 km

Price

$35.37*

Train operators

Northern, LNER, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Sleaford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gainsborough to Sleaford can result in significant cost savings.

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

Gainsborough to Sleaford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Gainsborough to Sleaford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Gainsborough to Sleaford Train prices and times

Gainsborough to Sleaford Train Route Details