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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skegness to Dartford
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
189 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skegness to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skegness to Dartford will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
Fast trains
To travel from Skegness to Dartford you need to make at least 2 changes.
10:154h43
Skegness14:58Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
11:154h13
Skegness15:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
12:154h13
Skegness16:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
14:154h13
Skegness18:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
15:154h13
Skegness19:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
11:154h13
Skegness15:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
12:154h13
Skegness16:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
14:154h13
Skegness18:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
15:154h13
Skegness19:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
16:154h13
Skegness20:28Dartford
£1371One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Skegness to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Skegness to Dartford trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:23
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 Skegness | 4h13 | 14:28 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 11:15 Skegness | 4h13 | 15:28 Dartford | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skegness to Dartford
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Trains from Skegness to Dartford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 4h 46m.
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 189 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 19:20 |
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, east_midlands_trains from Skegness to Dartford trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Skegness and Dartford from £56. 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
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£56
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
£137
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Skegness to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skegness to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Dartford can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Central Park, Dartford Borough Museum, and nearby areas like Bluewater Shopping Centre.
The train journey from Skegness to Dartford offers views of the Lincolnshire countryside and the outskirts of London, but it is not typically regarded as one of the UK's most scenic routes.
Booking trains from Skegness to Dartford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Skegness to Dartford is not feasible since the journey duration is 4h 46m. There are 5 trains per day. The distance is 189 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Skegness to Dartford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train distance from Skegness to Dartford is 189 km.
The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Dartford is by train, costing approximately £56.
The train station in Skegness that goes to Dartford is Skegness station (SKG), and it arrives at Dartford station (DFD).
The train journey from Skegness to Dartford covers a distance of 189 km and takes approximately 4h 46m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Skegness to Dartford.
The first train from Skegness to Dartford leaves at 4:50.
To travel from Skegness to Dartford, you can take a train.
The last train from Skegness to Dartford departs at 19:20.
Trains from Skegness to Dartford run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Skegness to Dartford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Skegness to Dartford.
There is no night train service from Skegness to Dartford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Skegness and Dartford
Skegness
Dartford
The major train station for departures in Skegness is Skegness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skegness for your trip from Skegness to Dartford.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; 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 Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Skegness
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Dartford is Dartford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dartford for your journey to Dartford from Skegness.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelter on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Dartford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach
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