The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£81
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 33 m
Trains on 20 Sept
18
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) you need to make at least 2 changes.
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
W70921 · C21367+
C3764110:006h00Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)16:00Lincoln Central (LCN)£591One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
C21560 · C21359+
C380149:345h17Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)14:51Lincoln Central (LCN)£641One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
W70924 · C21361+
C3772911:005h51Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)16:51Lincoln Central (LCN)£641One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G80169+
C88233+
C3770920:303h28Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)23:58Lincoln Central (LCN)£681One-way3 changes
C37568+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C02125+
C8823219:003h37Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)22:37Lincoln Central (LCN)£681One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G80169+
C88233+
C3770920:303h28Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)23:58Lincoln Central (LCN)£681One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G08046+
C379819:043h31Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)12:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£831One-way2 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C02131+
C88217+
C3781212:003h32Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)15:32Lincoln Central (LCN)£731One-way3 changes
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C02123+
C88216+
C3764110:003h35Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)13:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£731One-way3 changes
C37568+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C02125+
C8823219:003h37Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)22:37Lincoln Central (LCN)£681One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 195 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN):
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) costing on average £91.
Other travel options to Lincoln Central (LCN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 29m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £91 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 7:25 |
Last train 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Most London Heathrow Airport to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains use the London Kings Cross to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Lincoln Central (LCN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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