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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Grimsby
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £11
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £11
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 53 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 56 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Grimsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Grimsby will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Lincoln to Grimsby, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
21:53 0h58 Lincoln 22:51 Grimsby £11 1 One-way 0 changes4:40 0h53 Lincoln 5:33 Grimsby £12 1 One-way 0 changes
4:40 0h53 Lincoln 5:33 Grimsby £12 1 One-way 0 changes21:53 0h58 Lincoln 22:51 Grimsby £11 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Grimsby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lincoln to Grimsby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 53m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 22:19 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Frequently asked questions about your Lincoln to Grimsby trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lincoln to Grimsby.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Grimsby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Lincoln to Grimsby covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Lincoln to Grimsby is 49 km.
The first train from Lincoln to Grimsby leaves at 4:58.
The last train from Lincoln to Grimsby departs at 22:19.
Trains from Lincoln to Grimsby run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lincoln and Grimsby. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway.
Live departures
Lincoln to Grimsby train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Grimsby trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21378 | On time 11:18 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0h55 | 12:13 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21359 | On time 14:54 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0h55 | 15:49 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21228 | On time 18:37 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0h55 | 19:32 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 4:40 Lincoln | 0h53 | 5:33 Grimsby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
53m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£12
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lincoln and Grimsby
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Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln to Grimsby.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Grimsby.
Complete guide to Grimsby
Things to do in Grimsby
Discover the best of Grimsby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grimsby trip today.
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Lightship
An atmospheric lightship museum in Alexandra Dock. It offers a rare look inside a working navigational vessel used off the Humber coast.
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Ross Tiger Heritage Trawler
A heritage vessel open as a museum experience, with preserved cabins and equipment that reveal everyday work aboard a fishing trawler.
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People's Park
A central green space with formal gardens, monuments and a boating lake. It is popular for relaxing walks near the town centre.
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Cleethorpes Seafront
A broad sandy seafront nearby with promenades, gardens and traditional seaside atmosphere. Ideal for walking and coastal views.
Riverhead Square
The regenerated waterfront quarter with shops, leisure venues and marina views. It is a pleasant modern area for an easy walk.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Haddock
Smoked haddock from nearby Cleethorpes smokehouses, prized for its deep smoky flavour and long link to the area’s fishing and curing heritage.
Grimsby Fish And Chips
Classic fish and chips made with local white fish such as haddock or cod, reflecting Grimsby’s historic role as one of Britain’s great fishing ports.
Battered Haddock Or Cod
Lightly battered haddock or cod landed through Grimsby’s fish trade, commonly served in local chippies and valued for freshness and flaky texture.
Lucia
Smart Italian restaurant with pasta, seafood and steak options, suited to a more polished but still informal meal out.
Steels Cornerhouse Restaurant
Long-running casual seafood spot in nearby Cleethorpes, well known locally for fish and chips and easy seaside dining.
Papa's Fish & Chips
Popular local fish and chip restaurant known for fresh Grimsby fish and a straightforward, family-friendly setting near the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in major UK tourist cities, though seaside peak dates can raise room rates.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Grimsby Town -> Grimsby Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on Stagecoach buses in Grimsby. Adult tickets are also available in the Stagecoach Bus app.
- For unlimited local bus travel, check whether a Grimsby DayRider or Grimsby DayRider Plus is better value for your route.
Plan your visit to Grimsby
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Grimsby.
The train journey from Lincoln to Grimsby offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring rolling fields and quaint villages, though it may not be considered particularly scenic compared to more dramatic routes.
FAQs: Lincoln to Grimsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Grimsby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Grimsby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Grimsby
Most Lincoln to Grimsby trains use the Lincoln Central to Grimsby Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Grimsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Lincoln
Arrival train stations in Grimsby
Which Lincoln station do trains to Grimsby leave from?
Trains from Lincoln to Grimsby leave from Lincoln Central. The station is from Lincoln city centre at Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW.
Lincoln CentralLincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
City-centre transport
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside the front of the station.
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.
Which Grimsby station do trains from Lincoln arrive at?
Trains from Lincoln to Grimsby arrive at Grimsby Town. Grimsby Town is 1 km from Grimsby city centre.
Grimsby TownGrimsby Town station, Station Approach, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1LY+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Bus3, 4, 6, 9, 45 · 9m · £4 · every ~42 min
Grimsby Town 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
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Train stations for Lincoln to Grimsby
Check train stations information for Lincoln and Grimsby, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Grimsby is Lincoln Central, and it arrives at Grimsby Town.
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