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Grantham to Rye (Sussex) by train

First train

14:12

Last train

20:55

Departure station

Grantham

Arrival station

Rye (Sussex)

Journey time

From 3h 34m

Distance

147 miles (237 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern

Travelling from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) by train

Looking to travel from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 41 minutes to travel from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 34 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 147 miles (237 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Rye (Sussex), 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 Southeastern to get to Rye (Sussex). 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 Grantham to Rye (Sussex) 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 Grantham to Rye (Sussex)? 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 Rye (Sussex) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) is 3 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex)?

No, there are no direct train services from Grantham to Rye (Sussex). Travelling from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) leave?

The first train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) leaves at 14:12. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) leave?

The last train from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) leaves at 20:55. 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 Rye (Sussex) by train?

Trains travelling from Grantham to Rye (Sussex) cover a distance of around 147 miles (237 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Grantham to Rye (Sussex)

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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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