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Leeds to Skegness Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Leeds and Skegness. The average train journey from Leeds to Skegness takes 9 hours and 12 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 43 minutes.

Distance90 mi (145 km)
Fastest train2h 43m
Lowest price$32.31
Most frequent serviceLondon North Eastern Railway + Connections
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Which train should you take from Leeds to Skegness?

London North Eastern Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Leeds to Skegness. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
London North Eastern Railway + Connections169h 12m$47.93
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Leeds to Skegness

The distance between Leeds and Skegness is approximately 90 miles, or 145 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 43 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Leeds to Skegness. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Leeds at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Skegness to Leeds.

City Information

Leeds

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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armors used in different parts of the world.

Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.

Traveling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the buses serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable bus tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Leeds?

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Main departure station: New Station St

New Station Street is located in front of the large Leeds Railway Station. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority partnered with Leeds City Council and Network Rail to transform the area outside the station to better accommodate the influx of people catching a train, bus, taxi, or walking to/from the city center. As a result, you will find an expansive pedestrian forecourt area from the station to the Queen's Hotel and many seating areas. The station's interior offers many opportunities to shop or dine before catching a train. This is where you can find additional amenities, including restrooms and travel information. Several train lines make the stop in Leeds, most notably CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, and London North Eastern Railway.

All train stations in Leeds:

  • New Station St

Where is the train station in Skegness?

Main arrival station: Skegness Train Station

There are more train stations and stops in Skegness than most cities. Most trains from Leeds will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Skegness:

All train stations in Skegness:

  • Skegness Train Station

  • High St

  • Havenhouse

  • Thorpe Culvert Station

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