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Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €62.91, with average prices for this route around €62.91.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:05 Gainsborough Lea Road | 10:32 Preston (Lancs) |    | Find Tickets |
07:05 Gainsborough Lea Road | 10:38 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
09:08 Gainsborough Lea Road | 11:59 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
12:09 Gainsborough Lea Road | 15:38 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
13:50 Gainsborough Lea Road | 17:32 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
14:14 Gainsborough Lea Road | 17:38 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston Train Route Details
First train
07:05
Last train
21:49
Journey time
2h 51m
Distance
135 km
Price
€62.91*
How to book cheap train tickets from Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston. 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston, 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 Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Gainsborough Lea Road to Preston 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 tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.