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Compare train and coach for Telford to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Telford to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 142 km
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£59 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Telford to Lincoln
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Trains from Telford to Lincoln run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 3h 36m.
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.
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Coach from £22
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 19:51 |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
FAQs: Telford to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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.
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 cost of a train ticket from Telford to Lincoln can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £59.
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.
Booking trains from Telford to Lincoln in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Telford to Lincoln is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 36m. Trains operate 3 times per day.
The train journey from Telford to Lincoln covers a distance of 142 km and takes approximately 3h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Telford that goes to Lincoln is Telford Central (TFC), and it arrives at Lincoln Central (LCN).
The train journey from Telford to Lincoln offers pleasant views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, lush fields, and charming villages, although it may not be considered exceptionally scenic compared to routes through more renowned landscapes.
The first train from Telford to Lincoln leaves at 5:16.
The cheapest way to get from Telford to Lincoln is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Trains from Telford to Lincoln run approximately 3 times per day.
The train distance from Telford to Lincoln is 142 km.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Telford to Lincoln.
The last train from Telford to Lincoln departs at 19:51.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Telford to Lincoln.
There is no night train service from Telford to Lincoln.
To get from Telford to Lincoln, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Telford and Lincoln
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The major train station for departures in Telford is Telford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Telford Central for your trip from Telford to Lincoln.
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Telford Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: At the public service bus stop outside the front of the station.
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 Telford.
Amenities at train station
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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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