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Horley to Skegness by train

First train

17:21

Last train

20:01

Departure station

Horley

Arrival station

Skegness

Journey time

From 10h 57m

Distance

138 miles (222 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Horley to Skegness by train

Looking to travel from Horley to Skegness by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 11 hours 46 minutes to travel from Horley to Skegness by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 10 hours 57 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 138 miles (222 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Skegness, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Skegness. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Horley to Skegness in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Horley to Skegness? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Horley to Skegness take?

The average journey time by train between Horley and Skegness is 11 hours and 46 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Horley and Skegness by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Horley to Skegness is 10 hours and 57 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Horley to Skegness?

No, there are no direct train services from Horley to Skegness. Travelling from Horley to Skegness by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Horley to Skegness leave?

The first train from Horley to Skegness leaves at 17:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Horley to Skegness leave?

The last train from Horley to Skegness leaves at 20:01. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Horley and Skegness by train?

Trains travelling from Horley to Skegness cover a distance of around 138 miles (222 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Skegness to Horley.

Cheap train tickets from Horley to Skegness

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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