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Lincoln to London by train
It takes an average of 2h 21m to travel from Lincoln to London by train, over a distance of around 120 miles (193 km). There are normally 8 trains per day traveling from Lincoln to London and tickets for this journey start from £17.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:14 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 7:25 pm | |
| Departure station | Lincoln | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 1h 52m | |
| Distance | 120 miles (193 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £17.80 | |
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Traveling from Lincoln to London by train
Looking to travel from Lincoln to London by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 21 minutes to travel from Lincoln to London by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 52 minutes though. You'll usually find 8 trains per day running along the 193 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to London.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Lincoln to London start from £17.80 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Lincoln to London
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Lincoln to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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