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Peterborough to Skegness Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 20 daily train trips available from Peterborough to Skegness. Traveling by train from Peterborough to Skegness usually takes 8 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest London North Eastern Railway + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 47 mi (75 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 54m |
| Lowest price | $33.98 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Peterborough to Skegness?
2 train services operate from Peterborough to Skegness. London North Eastern Railway + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains | 8 | 10h 37m | $33.98 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 12 | 6h 53m | $33.98 |
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Peterborough to Skegness start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 East Midlands Trains schedules to Skegness. East Midlands Trains in Peterborough leaves from Peterborough Train Station . And in Skegness trains arrive at Skegness Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Peterborough to Skegness train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 10 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Skegness faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 54 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Trains offers 8 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Skegness.
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 Peterborough to Skegness
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Peterborough to Skegness on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Peterborough at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 20 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 Peterborough.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Peterborough?
Main departure station: Peterborough Train Station
There is one train station in Peterborough.
All train stations in Peterborough:
Peterborough Train Station
Where is the train station in Skegness?
Main arrival station: Thorpe Culvert Station
There are more train stations and stops in Skegness than most cities. Most trains from Peterborough will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Skegness:
All train stations in Skegness:
Thorpe Culvert Station
Havenhouse
Skegness Train Station
High St
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