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Trains to Gainsborough Lea Road from Scarborough
It takes an average of 3h 48m to travel from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road and tickets for this journey start from £40.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:43 | |
| Departure station | Scarborough | |
| Arrival station | Gainsborough Lea Road | |
| Journey time | From 2h 4m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £40.10 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travel by train from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road
Looking to travel from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road takes around 3 hours 48 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 25 trains per day from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road.
You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains run on this route.
Book your ticket from £40.10 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road start at £40.10§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
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If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
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4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.