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Grantham to Colne by train

First train

11:42

Last train

17:42

Departure station

Grantham

Arrival station

Colne

Journey time

From 3h 51m

Distance

91 miles (147 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Grantham to Colne by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Grantham to Colne? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Grantham and Colne, which usually take 4 hours 11 minutes to complete the 91 miles (147 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Colne by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Colne.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Grantham to Colne if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Colne? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Grantham and Colne by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Grantham to Colne is 3 hours and 51 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Grantham to Colne?

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

What time does the first train from Grantham to Colne leave?

The first train from Grantham to Colne leaves at 11:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Grantham to Colne leave?

The last train from Grantham to Colne leaves at 17:42. 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 Grantham and Colne by train?

Trains travelling from Grantham to Colne cover a distance of around 91 miles (147 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Grantham to Colne

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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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