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Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
The town’s main museum covering archaeology, local history and fishing heritage, with family-friendly galleries and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Grimsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Grimsby will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from London to Grimsby you need to make at least one change.
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W84670Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 229 km
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£38 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Grimsby trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C02085+ W84648 | 5:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h01 | 8:41 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
C01971+ C59601 · C21268 | 5:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h49 | 9:37 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2 changes | |
C01971+ W84653 | 5:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h56 | 9:44 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
G08043+ C21262 | 8:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h50 | 11:37 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
W04522+ W84670 | 9:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h26 | 12:44 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
G80173+ W84670 | 9:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 12:44 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
G80176+ W84683 | 11:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 14:44 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
W04527+ W84689 | 12:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 15:44 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Grimsby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 22:19 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Grimsby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grimsby trip today.
The town’s main museum covering archaeology, local history and fishing heritage, with family-friendly galleries and changing exhibitions.
An atmospheric lightship museum in Alexandra Dock. It offers a rare look inside a working navigational vessel used off the Humber coast.
A heritage vessel open as a museum experience, with preserved cabins and equipment that reveal everyday work aboard a fishing trawler.
A central green space with formal gardens, monuments and a boating lake. It is popular for relaxing walks near the town centre.
A broad sandy seafront nearby with promenades, gardens and traditional seaside atmosphere. Ideal for walking and coastal views.
The regenerated waterfront quarter with shops, leisure venues and marina views. It is a pleasant modern area for an easy walk.
Smoked haddock from nearby Cleethorpes smokehouses, prized for its deep smoky flavour and long link to the area’s fishing and curing heritage.
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.
Lightly battered haddock or cod landed through Grimsby’s fish trade, commonly served in local chippies and valued for freshness and flaky texture.
Smart Italian restaurant with pasta, seafood and steak options, suited to a more polished but still informal meal out.
Long-running casual seafood spot in nearby Cleethorpes, well known locally for fish and chips and easy seaside dining.
Popular local fish and chip restaurant known for fresh Grimsby fish and a straightforward, family-friendly setting near the town centre.
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.
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.
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Grimsby Town -> Grimsby Town Centre
With trains that leave from around 6:00 a.m. every weekday, at least one service an hour and plenty of operators, passengers can travel between London and Grimsby in under three hours. Book ahead and choose a flexible route and passengers can also secure a great discount against same-day peak purchase tickets, with mobile ticketing available on many services for added convenience.
This busy route is operated by a number of train companies for maximum passenger choice. These are East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains and London North Eastern Railway (LNER).
The fastest train is operated by Grand Central Trains and it takes just two hours 42 minutes from London Kings Cross to Grimsby Town Railway Station with one change at Doncaster. Most services take less than three hours in total, even with the Doncaster change. The exception is the sleeper services, which operate from after around 10:00 p.m. and which can take around eight hours with a longer waiting period between trains.
Trains on this service operate from around 6:00 a.m. until after 11:00 p.m. during the week. There are slightly fewer on a Sunday and during public holidays but generally speaking, passengers will find at least one service per hour. Often, there are two services, especially during busier travel periods.
Departure train station: London Kings Cross offers travellers everything that they need when arriving into the Capital and making onward journeys. There are taxis, London Underground trains and buses available from the station. Facilities include shops, coffee outlets, food concessions, newsagents, telephones, ATMs, WiFi, showers, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities, a first class lounge, ticket machines, help desks, seating areas, trolleys, wheelchairs, a bureau de change and a post box.
Arrival train station: Grimsby Town is located on the edge of the town and has a coffee kiosk and newsagent, payphones and WiFi, toilets including radar key accessible toilets, ticket facilities, a help desk, digital information boards and seating. Taxis and buses can be picked up outside and there is also an adjacent car park.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Grimsby trains use the London Kings Cross to Grimsby Town station pair, with some services arriving at Grimsby Docks. Use this guide to compare London and Grimsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
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.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Grimsby Docks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Docks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grimsby Docks: Parking.
Available at Grimsby Docks: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Docks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is step free, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
New Clee is 1 km from Grimsby city centre. Public transport options include:
New Clee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at New Clee.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Clee: Parking.
Available at New Clee: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Clee: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the only platform is step free, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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