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Compare prices and tickets Melton Mowbray to Lincoln by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln
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Trains from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 2h 54m.
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 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 21:35 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Melton Mowbray and Lincoln from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£12
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Melton Mowbray to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Lincoln, you can explore the vibrant Brayford Waterfront with its array of restaurants and bars overlooking the marina. Take a guided tour of the historic Lincoln Castle, which houses one of the original copies of the Magna Carta and offers panoramic views of the city. Wander through the charming shops and cafes on Steep Hill, connecting the historic and modern parts of the city. Visit the Usher Gallery for a collection of fine and decorative arts, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the scenic Lincoln Arboretum. Don't miss the stunning Lincoln Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that was once one of the tallest buildings in the world, and explore The Collection, a museum showcasing archaeology and fine art from the region.
To fully experience Lincoln, including its historical sites like Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle, as well as its vibrant cultural scene, a stay of approximately two to three days is recommended.
A day trip from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 54m. Trains run 4 times per day.
The train journey from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln offers a scenic experience, with picturesque views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, particularly as you travel through the Vale of Belvoir and near the historic city of Lincoln.
Booking trains from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln is 56 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln is by train, costing approximately £12.
The train journey from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln covers a distance of 56 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln leaves at 5:16.
The train station in Melton Mowbray that goes to Lincoln is Melton Mowbray station (MMO), and it arrives at Lincoln Central (LCN).
The last train from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln departs at 21:35.
Yes, you can take the train from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln.
To travel from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln, you can take a train.
Trains from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln.
There is no night train service from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Melton Mowbray and Lincoln
Melton Mowbray
Lincoln
The major train station for departures in Melton Mowbray is Melton Mowbray. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Melton Mowbray for your trip from Melton Mowbray to Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 13:40 Saturday 06:45 - 13:40 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access to platform 1. Access to Platform 2 is only via a stepped footbridge. This platform 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 public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Melton Mowbray
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your journey to Lincoln from Melton Mowbray.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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