Sleaford to Ancaster train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sleaford to Ancaster

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

10 m

Average duration

10 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sleaford to Ancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sleaford to Ancaster will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Sleaford for Ancaster 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 9 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 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.

  • East Midlands Railway
    16:170h10
    Sleaford
    16:27Ancaster
    £41One-way
    0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sleaford to Ancaster

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Trains from Sleaford to Ancaster run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.

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
9 km
Average train duration
11m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
10m
First train
6:36
Last train
19:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 Railway from Sleaford to Ancaster trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Sleaford and Ancaster from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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
10m
Cheapest Price
£4
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 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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FAQs: Sleaford to Ancaster train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sleaford to Ancaster 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 Ancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sleaford to Ancaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Sleaford to Ancaster covers a distance of 9 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Sleaford to Ancaster is 9 km.
The first train from Sleaford to Ancaster leaves at 6:36.
The last train from Sleaford to Ancaster departs at 19:45.
Trains from Sleaford to Ancaster run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sleaford to Ancaster.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sleaford and Ancaster. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway.
To travel from Sleaford to Ancaster, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sleaford to Ancaster.
The train station in Sleaford that goes to Ancaster is Sleaford station (SLR), and it arrives at Ancaster station (ANC).
The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Ancaster is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Sleaford to Ancaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Sleaford to Ancaster.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sleaford and Ancaster

Sleaford
Ancaster
The major train station for departures in Sleaford is Sleaford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sleaford for your trip from Sleaford to Ancaster.
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information
address
Address
Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 13:30 Saturday 07:30 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B Station access level Easy access to platform 1 (Peterborough/Skegness) bound. Steps and bridge to platforms 2/3 (Lincoln/Nottingham) bound, however at certain times staff can be made available by prior arrangement to assist customers across a foot crossing. Foot crossing under Signallers control. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Woodside 01529 304444
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: available on platform 1
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
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  • 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.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Sleaford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Station Street outside the station.

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