The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlton to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlton to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlton to Lincoln will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlton for Lincoln every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:351h09Carlton12:44Lincoln£81One-way0 changes
11:351h09Carlton12:44Lincoln£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlton to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlton to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlton to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlton to Lincoln trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:35 Carlton | 1h09 | 12:44 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlton to Lincoln by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlton to Lincoln
Trains from Carlton to Lincoln run on average 13 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 53m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 6:34 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Carlton to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Carlton and Lincoln from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlton to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlton to Lincoln by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlton and Lincoln
Most Carlton to Lincoln trains use the Carlton to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlton and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Carlton arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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