Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$7

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$7

Fastest journey on Sep 20

23 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

23 m

Trains on Sep 20

1

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN), including 1 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 23 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.

  • Northern Rail
    8:28 AM0h23
    Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    8:51 AMLincoln Central (LCN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 14 miles (23 km)

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Driving

$11

Average price

Cheapest

$7

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

53m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is a train with an average price of $11.
The fastest way to travel from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is by train with an average journey time of 23m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and Lincoln Central (LCN) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (23m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around $11 compared to roughly $7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailP24248
On time
6:40 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
7:03 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailC31879
On time
7:30 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h24
7:54 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89399
On time
8:32 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h24
8:56 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89402
On time
9:30 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
9:53 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC59655
On time
9:59 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h24
10:23 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89404
On time
10:32 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
10:55 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89407
On time
11:35 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
11:58 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC59659
On time
11:59 AM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h24
12:23 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89409
On time
12:30 PM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
12:53 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89411
On time
1:29 PM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h25
1:54 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89415
On time
2:30 PM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
2:53 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89418
On time
3:33 PM Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
0h23
3:56 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)		0 transfersDirect

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Northern Rail as well as East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN)

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Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 15:31. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
14 miles (23 km)
Average train duration
23m
Cheapest ticket price
$3
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
22m
First train
6:30 AM
Last train
3:31 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from $3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
22m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$3
Northern Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
22m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$13
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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FAQs: Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3, while the average price is around $11.
The train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) takes 22m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) leaves at 6:30 AM.
The distance by train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is 14 miles (23 km).
The last train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) leaves at 3:31 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Yes, there is a direct train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN). This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is by train, with a cost of around $3.
The train journey from Gainsborough Lea Road to Lincoln Central offers views of the picturesque English countryside, featuring rolling fields and rural landscapes, making it a scenic route for travelers.
Yes, a day trip from Gainsborough Lea Road to Lincoln Central is feasible. The journey takes 22m and covers 14 miles (23 km). Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Since neither Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) nor Lincoln Central (LCN) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Lincoln Central (LCN) include Nottingham, Sheffield, Leeds, Leicester, Beeston.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN)

Most Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains use the Gainsborough Lea Road to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and Lincoln Central (LCN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Gainsborough
Arrival train stations in Lincoln
Gainsborough Lea RoadGainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AHParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
City-centre transport

Getting to Gainsborough Lea Road from Gainsborough city centre

Bus961 · 1m · $5

Gainsborough Lea Road train station facilities and services

Gainsborough Lea Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Gainsborough Lea Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Both platforms have step free access via ramps with a moderate gradient. However both ramps are 60 meters in length. Access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 2 but not at the edge of platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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