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It takes an average of 4h 58m to travel from London to Skegness by train, over a distance of around 115 miles (185 km). There are normally 176 trains per day travelling from London to Skegness and tickets for this journey start from $35.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:36 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Skegness | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 115 miles (185 km) | |
| Frequency | 176 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $35.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Travel by train from London to Skegness
Looking to travel from London to Skegness by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from London to Skegness takes around 4 hours 58 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 176 trains per day from London to Skegness.
You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink trains run on this route.
Book your ticket from $35.60 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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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. Book in advance
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6. Consider a Season Ticket
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