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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Gainsborough to Chester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Gainsborough to Chester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gainsborough to Chester, starting from BHD 31.080 and averaging BHD 32.320. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 58m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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07:05
3h 37m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
10:42
Chester
NorthernEast Midlands RailwayTransport for Wales
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07:44
3h 21m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
11:05
Chester
NorthernTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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07:44
3h 55m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
11:39
Chester
NorthernTransPennine Express
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09:08
2h 58m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
12:06
Chester
East Midlands RailwayTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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09:08
3h 29m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
12:37
Chester
East Midlands RailwayTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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09:37
3h 28m, Changes required
Gainsborough Lea Road
13:05
Paris
NorthernTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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Gainsborough to Chester Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:05
Last train
Last train
23:05
Departure station
Departure station
Gainsborough
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
2h 58m
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
BHD 31.080*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gainsborough to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gainsborough to Chester 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Gainsborough to Chester, 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%

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 to Chester 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

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 Gainsborough to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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