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Louth Museum
Town museum covering local history, industry and everyday life. A compact, informative stop for understanding Louth and the Wolds.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
2 h 59 m
Trains on 08 Sept
2
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Louth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Louth will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 2 trains from London to Louth, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Louth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 207 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Louth:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Louth costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Louth take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 14m.
The journey is about 1h 16m faster (2h 35m by train vs 3h 51m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £53). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Louth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:44 London | 2h59 | 12:43 Louth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:44 London | 2h59 | 13:43 Louth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Louth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 21:53 |
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Discover the best of Louth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Louth trip today.
Town museum covering local history, industry and everyday life. A compact, informative stop for understanding Louth and the Wolds.
Volunteer-run railway museum at Ludborough station with heritage displays, locomotives and a preserved line atmosphere nearby.
Gallery and arts venue in a former church, hosting changing exhibitions and cultural events in an impressive historic interior.
Linear green space following the old canal route. Popular for walks, wildlife and an easy escape from the busy town centre.
Historic central street and market area with independent shops and notable buildings. Ideal for soaking up Louth's character on foot.
Pleasant riverside and parkland walk close to town. It offers open views, easy paths and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarsely cut pork sausages seasoned notably with sage, a defining county speciality widely eaten in and around Louth.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf flavoured with sage and baked, then served sliced cold in sandwiches or as a snack.
Plum bread is Louth’s best-known bake, a rich fruited loaf eaten sliced with butter or cheese and strongly tied to local baking tradition.
Popular market-town cafe and restaurant known for brunch, lunches, cakes and coffee in a friendly, casual setting.
Traditional pub in Louth serving classic British dishes, ales and a relaxed atmosphere in a historic coaching inn setting.
Smart restaurant and bar offering modern British meals, steaks and drinks in a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Louth is moderate for UK market towns, with fairly priced stays, pub meals and cafes, while public transport is limited and taxis can add to visitor costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Louth 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 Louth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Louth trains use the London Kings Cross to Grimsby Town station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Louth 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 Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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