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Goole Museum
Small volunteer-run museum covering Goole’s docks, shipping, railways and town life through local objects and archives.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Goole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 55 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.48. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Grimsby to Goole run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Small volunteer-run museum covering Goole’s docks, shipping, railways and town life through local objects and archives.
Volunteer aviation museum at Sandtoft with historic aircraft, cockpits and exhibits, a popular specialist visit within easy reach of Goole.
Working watermill with displays on milling and local history in nearby Howden, offering a hands-on heritage visit from Goole.
Linear waterside route by the docks and river, good for walking, watching ships and seeing the industrial character of Goole.
Central public park with lawns, play areas and sports facilities, popular for a relaxed walk close to the town centre.
Nature reserve near Goole with trails, wetland wildlife and broad skies, ideal for birdwatching and a peaceful outdoor visit.
A rich fruit loaf from Yorkshire, flavoured with tea and spice. It is a classic regional bake often served sliced with butter.
A crumbly curd tart from Yorkshire made with fresh curd cheese, eggs and spice. It is a long-standing county speciality.
Thinly sliced roast beef served cold with salad or pickles. Yorkshire is strongly associated with beef and traditional Sunday roasts.
Casual riverside chippy known locally for classic fish and chips, takeaway favourites and straightforward traditional meals.
Popular Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and familiar British-Indian favourites in a relaxed setting.
Established pub and dining venue offering grills, hearty mains and drinks in a friendly, traditional atmosphere.
Goole is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with lower dining and lodging costs and modest local transport fares.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby to Goole 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 Goole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Grimsby to Goole trains use the Grimsby Town to Goole station pair. Use this guide to compare Grimsby and Goole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Goole is 1 km from Goole city centre. Public transport options include:
Goole has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Goole.
Ticket office support is available at Goole.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goole: Parking.
Available at Goole: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goole: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to platform 2 adjacent to station car park. Platform 1 access via a ramped subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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