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Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Leicester (LEI)

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25

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 47 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:36
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:10
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:36
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:38
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    19:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:47
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    20:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    21:03
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Leicester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Leicester

About Gainsborough Lea Road Station

Station name Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
Address Gainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester

The travel time between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gainsborough Lea Road & Leicester. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Leicester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.