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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Grantham
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Grantham will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 23 trains that leave London for Grantham every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
W045229:181h03London Kings Cross (KGX)10:21Grantham station (GRA)£181One-way0 changes
G0811714:101h05London Kings Cross (KGX)15:15Grantham station (GRA)£211One-way0 changes- G0806014:471h05London Kings Cross (KGX)15:52Grantham station (GRA)£211One-way0 changes
- G0809510:101h05London Kings Cross (KGX)11:15Grantham station (GRA)£221One-way0 changes
- G080889:101h05London Kings Cross (KGX)10:15Grantham station (GRA)£221One-way0 changes
- W0453014:001h01London Kings Cross (KGX)15:01Grantham station (GRA)£221One-way0 changes
- W045229:181h03London Kings Cross (KGX)10:21Grantham station (GRA)£181One-way0 changes
- C020369:331h04London Kings Cross (KGX)10:37Grantham station (GRA)£411One-way0 changes
- C020008:331h04London Kings Cross (KGX)9:37Grantham station (GRA)£411One-way0 changes
- C0198415:331h04London Kings Cross (KGX)16:37Grantham station (GRA)£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 160 km
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1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Grantham trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W04520 | On time 7:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h03 | 8:21 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02010 | On time 7:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 8:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08084 | On time 8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 9:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02000 | On time 8:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 9:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08043 | On time 8:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 9:54 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08088 | On time 9:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 10:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W04522 | On time 9:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h03 | 10:21 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02036 | On time 9:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 10:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08095 | On time 10:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 11:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02052 | On time 10:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 11:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00034 | On time 10:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h02 | 11:46 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08047 | On time 10:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h08 | 11:55 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08100 | On time 11:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 12:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01966 | On time 11:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 12:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W04527 | On time 12:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h00 | 13:00 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08106 | On time 12:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 13:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02047 | On time 12:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 13:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08054 | On time 12:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 13:52 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08112 | On time 13:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 14:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02111 | On time 13:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 14:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W04530 | On time 14:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h01 | 15:01 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08117 | On time 14:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 15:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02040 | On time 14:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 15:38 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08060 | On time 14:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 15:52 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08124 | On time 15:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 16:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01984 | On time 15:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 16:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08131 | On time 16:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 17:09 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W04534 | On time 16:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 17:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80147 | On time 16:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 17:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08135 | On time 17:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 18:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80148 | On time 17:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 18:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02128 | On time 18:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 19:08 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80114 | On time 18:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 19:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02023 | On time 18:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 19:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00044 | On time 19:04 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 20:10 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08149 | On time 19:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 20:17 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02105 | On time 19:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 20:37 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08072 | On time 19:43 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h10 | 20:53 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08153 | On time 20:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 21:15 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G08276 | On time 20:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h02 | 21:20 Grantham station (GRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Grantham
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Trains from London to Grantham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 59m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 3:44 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Great Northern, Grand Central Trains from London to Grantham trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Great Northern, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between London and Grantham from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Grantham
There are more than 60 daily trains from London to Grantham, and journey times start from just under an hour. Although it's only 100 miles to Grantham from the centre of London, driving to the town can be stressful because of commuter traffic and the fact there's no motorway in the locality. This means taking the train has to be the preferred mode of travel for many people.
London to Grantham train times: Daily departures
The first train to Grantham leaves Kings Cross station at 5:55 a.m. and the journey takes 1 hour 10 minutes. There are at least two trains per hour after this, up until the final train of the day at just after 11:30 p.m. All trains are direct, and services are provided by LNER and Hull Trains.
How long is the journey by train from London to Grantham?
Average journey times for trains from London to Grantham are 1 hour 31 minutes, and most trains are operated by LNER. The quickest journeys take 59 minutes, while the longest trips can take 1 hour 36 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Grantham?
Departure train station: Trains from London to Grantham depart from Kings Cross Railway Station, which has good public transport links to all areas of the city, and nationally. The station has a lounge for all travellers holding valid rail tickets for first-class journeys. It also has ATMs, free public WiFi, a variety of shops, and luggage trolleys for passenger use.
Arrival train station: Trains arrive at Grantham Railway Station, which is located in the town centre close to the main A52 road. There are public bus stops outside the station, and a taxi rank at the front of the building. Facilities at the station include a café, baby changing rooms, and ATMs.
Which train companies travel from London to Grantham?
Trains from London to Grantham are provided by LNER and Hull Trains. Most services are provided by LNER, and all of these are direct. Journey times can vary, with the quickest trips taking around one hour.
LNER London to Grantham
All LNER trains from London to Grantham are direct services, and some routes are served by high-speed Azuma trains. Both standard and first-class seats are available on all LNER trains, and first-class passengers can use the lounge at Kings Cross Station before boarding the train. First-class passengers benefit from larger seats with more legroom, and complimentary snacks and drinks.
Hull Trains London to Grantham
Hull Trains operates services from the Humber Region to London, and the trains from London to Grantham are on the Hull route. First-class tickets are available for all Hull Trains services, and passengers benefit from complimentary newspapers, drinks, and snacks, along with dedicated hosts throughout the trip.
London to Grantham trains: Services on board
All LNER passengers benefit from free WiFi throughout any journey, and most trains offer onboard refreshments. Passengers can take up to three items of luggage on any train, including a large suitcase, carry-on bag, and a small handbag. Luggage should be stored in the overhead racks or in the luggage bays at the end of all carriages. Folding bikes can be taken on any train as part of the luggage allowance, but passengers with standard bikes will need to reserve a space. It's possible to take dogs, cats, and other small pets on any LNER train.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Grantham
The Omio app enables travellers to compare prices for trains from London to Grantham and find the cheapest tickets. The best way to get the best prices for travel is to be flexible with travel date and times, and to book in advance. Opting for slower journeys is another way to find the cheapest tickets for trains from London to Grantham.
FAQs: London to Grantham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Grantham
Most London to Grantham trains use the London Kings Cross to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Grantham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Which Grantham station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Grantham from Grantham city centre
Grantham train station facilities and services
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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.
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