Grimsby to Skegness by train

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Overview: trains from Grimsby to Skegness

Find the key information for travelling by train from Grimsby to Skegness, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:56 View journey
Last train 21:24 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr View journey
Distance (km) 55
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey €39.06 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 45m
Train operators 7

Travelling from Grimsby to Skegness by train

Want to know how to get from Grimsby to Skegness by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Grimsby to Skegness take around 3 hours, covering a distance of approximately 55 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Grimsby is scheduled to depart at around  05:56. The last departure is usually at around 21:24 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Grimsby at around 06:50, with the last train leaving at around 20:34. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 12 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €39.06.

We think any time is a great time to visit Skegness, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Skegness.

Is there a direct train from Grimsby to Skegness?

The journey between Grimsby and Skegness usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Grimsby to Skegness?

The Grimsby to Skegness train travel takes about 3 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Grimsby to Skegness train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Skegness leaving Grimsby at around 05:56 and the last train leaving at around 21:24 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Grimsby at around 06:50, with the final departure at 20:34.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.