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Trains from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)

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Trains to Melton (Suffolk) from Spalding

First train

06:03

Last train

21:37

Departure stationSpalding
Arrival stationMelton (Suffolk)
Journey time

From 3h 27m

Distance

79 miles (127 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway

What are the train times from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)?

Check out the next trains departing from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) for Tuesday 3rd November 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
08:0011:353h 35m, 3 changes
09:1012:353h 25m, 2 changes
10:1013:353h 25m, 3 changes
11:1014:353h 25m, 2 changes
12:1015:353h 25m, 3 changes
13:1016:213h 11m, 2 changes
14:1017:363h 26m, 3 changes
15:1018:353h 25m, 2 changes
17:1020:363h 26m, 2 changes
19:1022:353h 25m, 2 changes

Travelling from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) by train

If you're planning to travel from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk), we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) takes around 5 hours 16 minutes. There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk).

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Melton (Suffolk), as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia and East Midlands Railway trains operate on this route.

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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)?

Want to know more about your journey from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)?

You can get from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) by train in 5 hours and 16 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 27 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) take?

The average journey time by train between Spalding and Melton (Suffolk) is 5 hours and 16 minutes, with around 5 trains per day running on this route. 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 Spalding and Melton (Suffolk) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) is 3 hours and 27 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)?

No, there are no direct train services from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk). Travelling from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Spalding to Melton (Suffolk)?

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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.

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