First train | 08:23 | |
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Last train | 12:25 | |
Departure station | Gretna Green | |
Arrival station | Skegness | |
Journey time | From 6h 29m | |
Distance | 188 miles (303 km) | |
Changes | 4 changes | |
Train operators | ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
If you want to know more about the journey from Gretna Green to Skegness by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Gretna Green to Skegness by train is 6 hours 32 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 29 minutes. You'll usually find 0 trains per day travelling the 188 miles (303 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way to Skegness. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail on your way to Skegness, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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The fastest journey time by train from Gretna Green to Skegness is 6 hours and 29 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Gretna Green to Skegness. Travelling from Gretna Green to Skegness by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.
The first train from Gretna Green to Skegness leaves at 08:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Gretna Green to Skegness leaves at 12:25. 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.
Trains travelling from Gretna Green to Skegness cover a distance of around 188 miles (303 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Skegness to Gretna Green.
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