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London Waterloo to Gainsborough Train prices and times
Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Gainsborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $28.79, with average prices for this route around $29.61.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
13:55 London Waterloo | 17:33 Gainsborough Lea Road |   | Find Tickets |
13:59 London Waterloo | 18:03 Gainsborough Lea Road |  | Find Tickets |
14:28 London Waterloo | 17:33 Gainsborough Lea Road | | Find Tickets |
14:52 London Waterloo | 18:03 Gainsborough Lea Road | | Find Tickets |
15:10 London Waterloo | 18:33 Gainsborough Lea Road |  | Find Tickets |
15:55 London Waterloo | 18:33 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo to Gainsborough Train Route Details
First train
05:32
Last train
22:54
Journey time
2 hours 27 minutes
Distance
215 km
Price
$28.79*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Gainsborough
Season Tickets for frequent travel
For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Gainsborough, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
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 London Waterloo to Gainsborough can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Gainsborough 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 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 London Waterloo 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
London Waterloo to Gainsborough train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Gainsborough with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.