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Stansted to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Stansted to Gainsborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$17.25, with average prices for this route around US$43.80.

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

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10:48
3h 46m, Changes required
Stansted Mountfitchet
14:34
Gainsborough Lea Road
Greater AngliaCrossCountryLNEREast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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11:48
3h 44m, Changes required
Stansted Mountfitchet
15:32
Gainsborough Lea Road
Greater AngliaCrossCountryLNERNorthern
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11:50
4h 42m, Changes required
Stansted Mountfitchet
16:32
Gainsborough Lea Road
Greater AngliaEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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12:00
3h 32m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
15:32
Gainsborough Lea Road
Greater AngliaLNERNorthern
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12:15
4h 17m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
16:32
Gainsborough Lea Road
Greater AngliaThameslinkLNERNorthern
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13:48
3h 47m, Changes required
Stansted Mountfitchet
17:35
Paris
Greater AngliaCrossCountryLNERNorthern
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Stansted to Gainsborough Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:00
Last train
Last train
21:15
Departure station
Departure station
Stansted
Arrival station
Arrival station
Gainsborough
Journey time
Journey time
3h 14m
Distance
Distance
240 km
Price
Price
US$17.25*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted to Gainsborough

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Stansted to Gainsborough can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted 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%

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 Stansted 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%

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

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

Stansted 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.