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Grantham to Cosford by train

First train

04:42

Last train

21:55

Departure station

Grantham

Arrival station

Cosford

Journey time

From 3h 11m

Distance

72 miles (115 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Grantham to Cosford by train

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

You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Grantham and Cosford, which usually take 4 hours 33 minutes to complete the 72 miles (115 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 11 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 Cosford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

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 Cosford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Cosford? 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 Cosford? 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 Grantham to Cosford take?

The average journey time by train between Grantham and Cosford is 4 hours and 33 minutes, with around 4 trains 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 Grantham and Cosford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Grantham to Cosford is 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Grantham to Cosford?

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

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

The first train from Grantham to Cosford leaves at 04:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Grantham to Cosford leaves at 21:55. 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 Cosford by train?

Trains travelling from Grantham to Cosford cover a distance of around 72 miles (115 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Grantham to Cosford

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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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