First train | 04:16 | |
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Last train | 23:06 | |
Departure station | Lincoln | |
Arrival station | Alfreton | |
Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
Distance | 35 miles (57 km) | |
Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £17.70 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
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The train from Lincoln to Alfreton usually takes 2 hours 52 minutes on average to travel 35 miles (57 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 27 minutes. You can expect to find 56 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Alfreton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Lincoln to Alfreton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £17.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Lincoln and Alfreton is 2 hours and 52 minutes, with around 56 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Lincoln to Alfreton is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Lincoln to Alfreton can start from as little as £17.70 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Lincoln to Alfreton. Travelling from Lincoln to Alfreton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Lincoln to Alfreton leaves at 04:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Lincoln to Alfreton leaves at 23:06. 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 Lincoln to Alfreton cover a distance of around 35 miles (57 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Alfreton to Lincoln.
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