The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Gainsborough
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Gainsborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Gainsborough will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Gainsborough on Thu, Nov 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Gainsborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Gainsborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Gainsborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Gainsborough buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:30 PM London | 4h35 | 8:05 PM Gainsborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Gainsborough
Buses from London to Gainsborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 18:39. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 06:40 |
Last bus 18:39 |
FAQs: Bus from London to Gainsborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Gainsborough by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gainsborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Gainsborough
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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