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Stamford Museum
Stamford’s main museum covering local history, Georgian life and social change. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£25
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£25
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 46 m
Trains on 29 Aug
1
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Stamford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Stamford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 1 trains from Lincoln to Stamford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.


The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Stamford trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:20 Lincoln | 1h46 | 12:06 Stamford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Lincoln to Stamford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:01 |
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Stamford’s main museum covering local history, Georgian life and social change. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
An art gallery within Burghley House presenting changing exhibitions in a historic setting, suitable for visitors combining house and grounds.
A small historic house museum interpreting surgeon William Browne’s 17th-century home and life in Stamford.
A broad riverside meadow ideal for walks, views of Burghley House and seasonal recreation close to the historic centre.
A handsome central street lined with stone buildings, independent shops and historic facades. Excellent for exploring Stamford on foot.
A pleasant walk beside the River Welland with views to historic stone buildings, bridges and open green space.
A rich, blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in nearby Melton Mowbray. It is one of England’s best-known regional cheeses and often served on local cheeseboards.
A hot savoury pastry pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, traditionally filled with chopped pork and set jelly. It is a classic East Midlands snack and picnic food.
A Lincolnshire sausage seasoned with sage and other herbs, usually served with mash or breakfast. It is a staple regional meat dish across Lincolnshire.
Smart, friendly wine bar and bistro offering small plates, seasonal dishes and a broad drinks list in Stamford town centre.
Long-established Italian restaurant with a lively, welcoming feel. Well known locally for pasta, pizza and classic Italian comfort dishes.
Elegant fine dining in a historic coaching inn, known for refined British cooking and a polished, traditional atmosphere in central Stamford.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining are usually below London prices, but heritage stays and weekend dining can raise costs. Stamford is walkable, so local transport spend is often low.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Stamford 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 Stamford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lincoln to Stamford trains use the Lincoln Central to Stamford station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Stamford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Lincoln Central.
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Stamford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Caffè Nero
Ticket office support is available at Stamford.
Available at Stamford: Parking, WC.
Available at Stamford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: White Knight 01733 555584, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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