London to Skegness train with East Midlands Railway

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Cheap train tickets from London to Skegness

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Cheapest

£48

Average

£54

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C45784

09:483h05

London Kings Cross (KGX)

12:53Skegness station (SKG)

£481One-way

1 change

C45787

11:483h05

London Kings Cross (KGX)

14:53Skegness station (SKG)

£511One-way

1 change

C71276

08:062h51

London Kings Cross (KGX)

10:57Skegness station (SKG)

£551One-way

1 change

C71281

10:062h47

London Kings Cross (KGX)

12:53Skegness station (SKG)

£571One-way

1 change

C71511

11:062h43

London Kings Cross (KGX)

13:49Skegness station (SKG)

£571One-way

1 change

London to Skegness train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
East Midlands Railway C71276	08:06 London Kings Cross (KGX)	2h51	10:57 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
East Midlands Railway C45784 Hull TrainsC45784	09:48 London Kings Cross (KGX)	3h05	12:53 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
East Midlands Railway C71281	10:06 London Kings Cross (KGX)	2h47	12:53 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
East Midlands Railway C71511	11:06 London Kings Cross (KGX)	2h43	13:49 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
East Midlands Railway C45787 Hull TrainsC45787	11:48 London Kings Cross (KGX)	3h05	14:53 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
East Midlands Railway C71287	12:06 London Kings Cross (KGX)	2h47	14:53 Skegness station (SKG)	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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Train times from London to Skegness

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Fastest Journey

2 h 43 m

Average

2 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

185 km

To travel from London to Skegness you need to make at least one change.

Fastest

C71511

11:062h43

London Kings Cross (KGX)

13:49Skegness station (SKG)

£571One-way

1 change

C71281

10:062h47

London Kings Cross (KGX)

12:53Skegness station (SKG)

£571One-way

1 change

C71287

12:062h47

London Kings Cross (KGX)

14:53Skegness station (SKG)

£571One-way

1 change

C71276

08:062h51

London Kings Cross (KGX)

10:57Skegness station (SKG)

£551One-way

1 change

C45784

09:483h05

London Kings Cross (KGX)

12:53Skegness station (SKG)

£481One-way

1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Skegness

Trains from London to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

184 km

Average train duration

3h 5m

Cheapest ticket price

£23

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 34m

First train

05:12

Last train

20:45

Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Bus and East Coast trains London to Skegness

Buy your official East Midlands Trains, Bus and East Coast train tickets from London to Skegness from £23 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

East Midlands Trains from London to Skegness train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: £23

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from London to Skegness with East Coast:

Average Duration: 4 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: £50
East Coast frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: London to Skegness train

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Skegness easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Skegness.

Cheap train tickets from London to Skegness can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Skegness is £46; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between London and Skegness is on average 2 h 34 min for the 114 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from London to Skegness by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Skegness leaves at 05: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Skegness leaves at 20: 45.

There are 6 trains a day from London to Skegness which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Skegness. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London to Skegness.

Take the London to Skegness train with East Midlands Trains or LNER. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from London to Skegness as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 45.

A trip to Skegness from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Skegness by train is March.

Yes, you can take a train to Skegness from London.