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Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$50.23, with average prices for this route around AU$50.23. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:30 3h 43m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	21:13 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
19:37 11h 4m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:41 +1 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
21:00 9h 41m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:41 +1 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
21:00 12h 37m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:37 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road train route details

First train

05:48

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Gainsborough Lea Road

Journey time

3h 41m

Distance

202 miles

Price

AU$50.23*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Gainsborough Lea Road 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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