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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swinderby to Lincoln
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swinderby to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 15m.
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 13 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 23:31 |
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 from Swinderby to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Swinderby and Lincoln from £4. 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
15m
Cheapest Price
£4
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 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
FAQs: Swinderby to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swinderby to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully experience Lincoln, including its historical sites like Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle, as well as its vibrant cultural scene, a stay of approximately two to three days is recommended.
Yes, a day trip from Swinderby to Lincoln is feasible. The journey takes 15m and covers 13 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Swinderby to Lincoln is by train, costing approximately £4.
The cost of a train ticket from Swinderby to Lincoln can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train distance from Swinderby to Lincoln is 13 km.
To travel from Swinderby to Lincoln, you can take a train.
In Lincoln, you can explore the vibrant Brayford Waterfront with its array of restaurants and bars overlooking the marina. Take a guided tour of the historic Lincoln Castle, which houses one of the original copies of the Magna Carta and offers panoramic views of the city. Wander through the charming shops and cafes on Steep Hill, connecting the historic and modern parts of the city. Visit the Usher Gallery for a collection of fine and decorative arts, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the scenic Lincoln Arboretum. Don't miss the stunning Lincoln Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that was once one of the tallest buildings in the world, and explore The Collection, a museum showcasing archaeology and fine art from the region.
The last train from Swinderby to Lincoln departs at 23:31.
Yes, there is a direct train between Swinderby and Lincoln. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains.
The train journey from Swinderby to Lincoln offers a pleasant view of the Lincolnshire countryside, featuring rolling fields and farmland, which can be quite scenic.
There is no night train service from Swinderby to Lincoln.
Booking trains from Swinderby to Lincoln in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swinderby to Lincoln covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Swinderby that goes to Lincoln is Swinderby station (SWD), and it arrives at Lincoln Central (LCN).
The first train from Swinderby to Lincoln leaves at 5:16.
Trains from Swinderby to Lincoln run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Swinderby to Lincoln.
Yes, you can take the train from Swinderby to Lincoln.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swinderby and Lincoln
Swinderby
Lincoln
The major train station for departures in Swinderby is Swinderby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swinderby for your trip from Swinderby to Lincoln.
Swinderby
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category C. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform but the ramps are very steep. The nearest alternative station with accessible access is Lincoln or Newark Castle. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: JR 01636 640488
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Swinderby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the Station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your journey to Lincoln from Swinderby.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParking
Dining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- 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 on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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