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London Blackfriars to Gainsborough Train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Blackfriars to Gainsborough? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €24.78, with average prices for this route around €25.48. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:23 London Blackfriars | 10:38 Gainsborough Lea Road |   | Find Tickets |
09:05 London Blackfriars | 11:37 Gainsborough Lea Road |  | Find Tickets |
09:23 London Blackfriars | 12:35 Gainsborough Lea Road | | Find Tickets |
10:23 London Blackfriars | 13:31 Gainsborough Lea Road | | Find Tickets |
10:47 London Blackfriars | 14:10 Gainsborough Lea Road |  | Find Tickets |
11:05 London Blackfriars | 14:33 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Blackfriars to Gainsborough Train Route Details
First train
05:45
Last train
22:56
Journey time
2h 32m
Distance
215 km
Price
€24.78*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars to Gainsborough
Season Tickets for frequent travel
For frequent travelers between London Blackfriars 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
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Blackfriars to Gainsborough. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 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 traveling from London Blackfriars to Gainsborough, 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%
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 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 London Blackfriars to Gainsborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Blackfriars 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
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
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.