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Polesworth to Skegness by train

First train

05:48

Last train

05:48

Departure station

Polesworth

Arrival station

Skegness

Journey time

From 4h 7m

Distance

89 miles (143 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to travel from Polesworth to Skegness by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Polesworth to Skegness? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Polesworth and Skegness, which usually take 4 hours 8 minutes to complete the 89 miles (143 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Skegness by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Polesworth to Skegness if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Skegness? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Polesworth to Skegness take?

The average journey time by train between Polesworth and Skegness is 4 hours and 8 minutes, with around 1 train 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Polesworth and Skegness by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Polesworth to Skegness is 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Polesworth to Skegness?

No, there are no direct train services from Polesworth to Skegness. Travelling from Polesworth to Skegness by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Polesworth to Skegness leave?

The first train from Polesworth to Skegness leaves at 05:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Polesworth to Skegness leave?

The last train from Polesworth to Skegness leaves at 05:48. 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 Polesworth and Skegness by train?

Trains travelling from Polesworth to Skegness cover a distance of around 89 miles (143 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Polesworth to Skegness

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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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