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Church Farm Museum
Family museum covering local social history, fishing, tourism and wartime stories. A practical introduction to how Skegness and the coast developed.
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
4 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
4 h 37 m
Trains on 27 Sept
5
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mansfield to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mansfield to Skegness will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Mansfield to Skegness you need to make at least one change.
EM729600 · C59848
EM729200 · C59859
EM729500 · C59851
EM729400 · C59853
EM729300 · C59855
EM729500 · C59851
EM729300 · C59855
EM729200 · C59859
EM729400 · C59853
EM729600 · C59848The table below shows live departures for Mansfield to Skegness trains for tomorrow, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EM729600 · C59848 | 9:08 Mansfield station (MFT) | 4h46 | 13:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
EM729500 · C59851 | 10:19 Mansfield station (MFT) | 4h34 | 14:53 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
EM729400 · C59853 | 11:19 Mansfield station (MFT) | 4h36 | 15:55 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
EM729300 · C59855 | 12:19 Mansfield station (MFT) | 4h34 | 16:53 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change | |
EM729200 · C59859 | 13:19 Mansfield station (MFT) | 4h35 | 17:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 1 change |
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Trains from Mansfield to Skegness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 20:22 |
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Discover the best of Skegness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Skegness trip today.
Family museum covering local social history, fishing, tourism and wartime stories. A practical introduction to how Skegness and the coast developed.
Nearby aviation museum with aircraft, displays and preserved wartime material. Worth the journey for insight into Lincolnshire’s strong RAF heritage.
Historic working windmill with exhibitions on milling and local life. It is a worthwhile short trip from Skegness for heritage and rural landscape views.
Broad sandy beach and promenade popular for walking, sea views and classic seaside atmosphere. It is the essential outdoor stop in Skegness.
Formal seafront gardens with lawns, paths and seasonal planting. A pleasant place to pause near the clock tower, shops and beach.
Nature reserve on the edge of town with dunes, wetland and birdlife. Ideal for a quieter walk and a change from the busy central seafront.
Fresh North Sea haddock or cod in crisp batter with chips. A classic Lincolnshire seaside staple, especially popular on Skegness promenades.
Traditional Lincolnshire pork sausages flavoured with sage. A county speciality widely eaten in cafés and breakfasts around the Skegness area.
Skewered cubes of pork belly or loin, often sage-seasoned and grilled. Long associated with fairs and east coast resorts in Lincolnshire.
Popular seafront fish and chip shop known for freshly cooked seafood and a classic casual resort atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty British favourites in a lively, family-friendly setting.
Well-known Indian restaurant offering classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, longstanding town-centre setting.
Moderate for a UK seaside resort: dining is reasonable, but summer accommodation rises. Local buses are low cost, and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Skegness Station -> Skegness Clock Tower, Skegness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mansfield 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.

Most Mansfield to Skegness trains use the Mansfield to Skegness station pair. Use this guide to compare Mansfield and Skegness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Skegness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Skegness.
Ticket office support is available at Skegness.
Available at Skegness: Parking, WC.
Available at Skegness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skegness: 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.
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