The cheapest and fastest trains from Skegness to Grantham
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skegness to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skegness to Grantham will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Skegness for Grantham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Skegness to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skegness to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 70 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Skegness to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for Skegness to Grantham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:06 Skegness | 1h35 | 07:41 Grantham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 Skegness | 1h26 | 13:41 Grantham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skegness to Grantham
Trains from Skegness to Grantham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 21:15 |
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FAQs: Skegness to Grantham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skegness to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Skegness and Grantham
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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