The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Skegness
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Skegness will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Skegness every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.


Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Skegness trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:27 London Stansted Airport | 3h33 | 19:00 Skegness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Skegness
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 13:48. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 07:27 |
Last train 13:48 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Skegness from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Skegness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Skegness
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
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