4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Skegness
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Skegness will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 8 trains that leave Nottingham for Skegness every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
C218447:412h13Nottingham station (NOT)9:54Skegness station (SKG)£131One-way0 changes- C218466:332h19Nottingham station (NOT)8:52Skegness station (SKG)£131One-way0 changes
- C5985012:452h10Nottingham station (NOT)14:55Skegness station (SKG)£151One-way0 changes
- C5985213:452h09Nottingham station (NOT)15:54Skegness station (SKG)£151One-way0 changes
- C5984711:452h10Nottingham station (NOT)13:55Skegness station (SKG)£171One-way0 changes
- C2141110:031h53Nottingham station (NOT)11:56Skegness station (SKG)£211One-way0 changes
- C217318:452h09Nottingham station (NOT)10:54Skegness station (SKG)£191One-way0 changes
- C5984410:452h09Nottingham station (NOT)12:54Skegness station (SKG)£171One-way0 changes
- C5985213:452h09Nottingham station (NOT)15:54Skegness station (SKG)£151One-way0 changes
- C5985012:452h10Nottingham station (NOT)14:55Skegness station (SKG)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Skegness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Skegness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £29.
Distance: 102 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Skegness trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21414 | On time 5:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h14 | 7:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21846 | On time 6:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h19 | 8:52 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21844 | On time 7:41 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h13 | 9:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21731 | On time 8:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 10:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21411 | On time 10:03 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 11:56 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59844 | On time 10:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 12:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59847 | On time 11:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h10 | 13:55 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59850 | On time 12:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h10 | 14:55 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59852 | On time 13:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 15:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59857 | On time 14:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h14 | 16:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59858 | On time 15:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h14 | 17:59 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59863 | On time 16:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h17 | 19:02 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59864 | On time 17:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 20:00 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59869 | On time 18:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 20:54 Skegness station (SKG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Skegness by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
09 Jul
10 Jul
11 Jul
12 Jul
13 Jul
14 Jul
15 Jul
Why should you book Nottingham to Skegness trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Skegness.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Skegness.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Skegness.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Skegness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Skegness from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
east_midlands_trains
Trains from Nottingham to Skegness
Trains from Nottingham to Skegness run more or less hourly throughout the day from just before 6:00 a.m. until around 9:00 p.m. The direct service takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and is operated by East Midlands Trains. There is a reduced service on Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Nottingham to Skegness?
Departure Station:Nottingham Station is on Carrington Street just five minutes walk from the city centre. There is a taxi rank outside the main entrance and facilities include both car parking and bicycle storage. Local buses and city trams stop at the station while the Skylink service links Nottingham Station to East Midlands Airport.
Arrival Station:Skegness Station is in the town centre and only a short walk from the beach. Buses and taxis serve the local area and the station has facilities for storing bicycles but no car park.
FAQs: Nottingham to Skegness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Skegness
Most Nottingham to Skegness trains use the Nottingham to Skegness station pair, with some services arriving at Havenhouse. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Skegness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Skegness leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. 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 public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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: Yes.
Which Skegness station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Skegness from Skegness city centre
Skegness train station facilities and services
Skegness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skegness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skegness.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skegness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skegness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Havenhouse from Skegness city centre
Havenhouse is 5 km from Skegness city centre. Public transport options include:
Havenhouse train station facilities and services
Havenhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Havenhouse: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Havenhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with a very steep gradient. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Nottingham
More options for your journey from Nottingham to Skegness
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Skegness and Nottingham
Most popular train connections to Skegness
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
