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W70844 · C218446:423h12Leicester station (LEI)9:54Skegness station (SKG)£221One-way1 change- W70889 · C5986315:473h15Leicester station (LEI)19:02Skegness station (SKG)£241One-way1 change
- C04190 · W70666 · C214141:356h24Leicester station (LEI)7:59Skegness station (SKG)£241One-way2 changes
- W70877 · C5985713:473h12Leicester station (LEI)16:59Skegness station (SKG)£271One-way1 change
- C21651 · C5985814:473h12Leicester station (LEI)17:59Skegness station (SKG)£271One-way1 change
- W70854 · C214119:202h36Leicester station (LEI)11:56Skegness station (SKG)£341One-way1 change
- W70847 · C217317:523h02Leicester station (LEI)10:54Skegness station (SKG)£271One-way1 change
- W70856 · C598449:503h04Leicester station (LEI)12:54Skegness station (SKG)£381One-way1 change
- C21657 · C5985212:473h07Leicester station (LEI)15:54Skegness station (SKG)£301One-way1 change
- W70861 · C5984710:473h08Leicester station (LEI)13:55Skegness station (SKG)£381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Skegness
The cheapest option from Leicester to Skegness is train, with an average price of £25. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Skegness among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 113 km
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3h 3m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Skegness trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C21848 · C21289 · C21844 | On time 5:48 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h06 | 9:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 2 changes | |
| W70844 · C21844 | On time 6:42 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h12 | 9:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70847 · C21731 | On time 7:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h02 | 10:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70854 · C21411 | On time 9:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h36 | 11:56 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70856 · C59844 | On time 9:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h04 | 12:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70861 · C59847 | On time 10:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h08 | 13:55 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| C21643 · C59850 | On time 11:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h08 | 14:55 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| C21657 · C59852 | On time 12:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h07 | 15:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70877 · C59857 | On time 13:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h12 | 16:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| C21651 · C59858 | On time 14:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h12 | 17:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70889 · C59863 | On time 15:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h15 | 19:02 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| C21650 · C59864 | On time 16:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h13 | 20:00 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| W70922 · C59869 | On time 17:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h03 | 20:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| C04190 · W70666 · C21414 | 1:35 Leicester station (LEI) | 6h24 | 7:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Skegness
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Leicester to Skegness, including direct trains, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Lowest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 1:29 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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FAQs: Leicester to Skegness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Skegness 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 Skegness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Skegness
Most Leicester to Skegness trains use the Leicester to Skegness station pair, with some services arriving at Havenhouse. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Skegness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Skegness leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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: Yes.
Which Skegness station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Skegness from Skegness city centre
Skegness train station facilities and services
Skegness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skegness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skegness.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skegness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skegness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skegness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Level access to station and platforms. There is suitable access to and between platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Havenhouse from Skegness city centre
Havenhouse is 5 km from Skegness city centre. Public transport options include:
Havenhouse train station facilities and services
Havenhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Havenhouse: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Havenhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with a very steep gradient. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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