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Gainsborough to Shrewsbury Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury, starting from 942,11 kr and averaging 1 024,51 kr. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 26m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
18:42 Gainsborough Lea Road	22:59 Shrewsbury	4h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
19:44 Gainsborough Lea Road	00:06+1 Shrewsbury	4h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
21:49 Gainsborough Lea Road	07:43+1 Shrewsbury	9h 54m, Changes required	Find Tickets
23:05 Gainsborough Lea Road	08:46+1 Paris	9h 41m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gainsborough to Shrewsbury Train Route Details

First train

07:05

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Gainsborough

Arrival station

Shrewsbury

Journey time

3h 26m

Distance

153 km

Price

942,11 kr*

Train operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury 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%

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 Shrewsbury, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gainsborough to Shrewsbury ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 to Shrewsbury Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Gainsborough to Shrewsbury Train prices and times

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