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Harpenden to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Harpenden to Gainsborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 97.36, with average prices for this route around QAR 173.51.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
22:48 Harpenden	07:04+1 Gainsborough Lea Road	8h 16m, Changes required		Find Tickets

Harpenden to Gainsborough Train Route Details

First train

07:27

Last train

22:48

Departure station

Harpenden

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

2h 49m

Distance

110 miles

Price

QAR 97.36*

Train operators

Northern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Harpenden to Gainsborough

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 Harpenden to Gainsborough can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Harpenden 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%

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 Harpenden to Gainsborough 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 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 traveling from Harpenden to Gainsborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Harpenden to Gainsborough Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Harpenden to Gainsborough from QAR 97.36

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Harpenden to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Harpenden to Gainsborough Train Route Details