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Polegate to Sleaford by train

First train

03:58

Last train

21:42

Departure station

Polegate

Arrival station

Sleaford

Journey time

From 4h 16m

Distance

153 miles (246 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Polegate to Sleaford in 4 hours 16 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Polegate to Sleaford? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 54 minutes to travel the 153 miles (246 km) from Polegate to Sleaford by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Southern to Sleaford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Polegate to Sleaford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sleaford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Polegate to Sleaford

Want to know more about your journey from Polegate to Sleaford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Sleaford from Polegate?

To travel to Sleaford from Polegate, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 54 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 16 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Polegate to Sleaford?

Trains from Polegate to Sleaford take an average of 4 hours and 54 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 16 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Polegate and Sleaford by train?

The quickest journey time between Polegate and Sleaford by train is 4 hours and 16 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Polegate to Sleaford?

No, there are no direct trains running from Polegate to Sleaford, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Polegate to Sleaford

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Consider a Season Ticket

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

† 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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