It takes an average of 4h 58m to travel from Sheffield to Skegness by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (122 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Skegness and tickets for this journey start from £11 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:58 | |
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Last train | 23:42 | |
Departure station | Sheffield | |
Arrival station | Skegness | |
Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
Distance | 76 miles (122 km) | |
Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £11 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from Sheffield to Skegness? We’ve got you covered.
On average, it takes around 5h 17m to travel from Sheffield to Skegness by train, and you'll usually find 35 trains running along the route daily for 76 miles (122 km). You’ll need to make 1 to 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. Hop on a train to Skegness and it’s likely to be an East Midlands Railway service, as they’re one of the main operators on this route, although you may change between different train companies during your journey. If you’re looking to get there quickly, the fastest train time from Sheffield to Skegness is 3h 12m.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, take the train during Off-Peak times. You can also get a Railcard if you’re travelling by train more than a few times a year – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys.
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The average journey time by train between Sheffield and Skegness is 4 hours and 58 minutes, with around 40 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 Sheffield to Skegness is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Sheffield to Skegness can start from as little as £11 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 Sheffield to Skegness. Travelling from Sheffield to Skegness by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Sheffield to Skegness leaves at 03:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Sheffield to Skegness leaves at 23:42. 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 Sheffield to Skegness cover a distance of around 76 miles (122 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Skegness to Sheffield.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sheffield to Skegness is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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