Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Lincoln to Ardrossan

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

East Midlands Railway
London North Eastern Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Lincoln to Ardrossan

Trains to Ardrossan from Lincoln

First train

05:00

Last train

21:38

Departure stationLincoln
Arrival stationArdrossan
Journey time

From 6h 13m

Distance

239 miles (385 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Lincoln to Ardrossan?

Check out the next trains departing from Lincoln to Ardrossan for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:4218:377h 55m, 2 changes
11:2017:596h 39m, 4 changes
11:2018:196h 59m, 3 changes
11:2317:596h 36m, 5 changes
11:2318:196h 56m, 4 changes
11:2319:308h 7m, 4 changes
12:2319:006h 37m, 5 changes
12:2319:307h 7m, 4 changes
12:2320:007h 37m, 3 changes
12:4220:307h 48m, 2 changes

Travelling from Lincoln to Ardrossan by train

If you're planning to travel from Lincoln to Ardrossan, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Lincoln to Ardrossan takes around 7 hours 16 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Lincoln to Ardrossan.

You'll have to make 3 changes on your journey to Ardrossan, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail and East Midlands Railway trains run on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Lincoln to Ardrossan?

Want to know more about your journey from Lincoln to Ardrossan? 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 Lincoln and Ardrossan by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lincoln to Ardrossan is 6 hours and 13 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Lincoln to Ardrossan?

No, there are no direct train services from Lincoln to Ardrossan. Travelling from Lincoln to Ardrossan by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How close is Lincoln to Ardrossan by train?

Lincoln and Ardrossan are around 239 miles (385 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 6 hours and 13 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Lincoln to Ardrossan?

To travel from Lincoln to Ardrossan, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 7 hours and 16 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 6 hours and 13 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Lincoln to Ardrossan?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Lincoln to Ardrossan is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link