Travelling from Skegness to Northampton by train

Considering a train trip from Skegness to Northampton? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Skegness to Northampton

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Skegness to Northampton:

  • Cheapest ticket: £37.20

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Skegness to Northampton daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Northampton on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 16 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 07:06: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:02: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 07:09: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:02: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 59 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Skegness to Northampton

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 4 hours and 19 minutes, spanning 131 kilometres in total.

When do tickets go on sale between Skegness and Northampton?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Skegness and Northampton 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making your Skegness to Northampton travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Northampton.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Skegness to Northampton?

The total distance between Skegness and Northampton is 131 kilometres.

How much does the train from Skegness to Northampton cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £37.20. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Skegness to Northampton?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from Skegness to Northampton by train?

The fastest journey time is 4 hours and 19 minutes.