The cheapest and fastest trains from Skegness to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skegness to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skegness to London Stansted Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Skegness for London Stansted Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.


Live departures
Skegness to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Skegness to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:06 Skegness | 4h35 | 11:41 Stansted Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:18 Skegness | 4h23 | 12:41 Stansted Airport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:18 Skegness | 4h23 | 12:41 Stansted Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:20 Skegness | 4h04 | 13:24 Stansted Airport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:20 Skegness | 4h21 | 13:41 Stansted Airport | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skegness to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Skegness to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:20, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 08:20 |
Last train 12:15 |
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FAQs: Skegness to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skegness to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Skegness and London Stansted Airport
- 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.
- 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)
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