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Birmingham to Skegness train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Skegness? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £ 14.60, with average prices for this route around £ 59.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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13:09
Birmingham New Street
16:56
Skegness
3h 47m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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14:09
Birmingham New Street
17:58
Skegness
3h 49m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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15:09
Birmingham New Street
19:02
Skegness
3h 53m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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16:09
Birmingham New Street
20:00
Skegness
3h 51m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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17:09
Birmingham New Street
20:55
Skegness
3h 46m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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23:09
Birmingham New Street
07:58+1
Paris
8h 49m, No directCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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Birmingham to Skegness train route details

First train
First train
06:09
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Skegness
Journey time
Journey time
3h 40m
Distance
Distance
168 km
Price
Price
£ 14.60*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Skegness

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Skegness can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham to Skegness, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Skegness ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham to Skegness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Skegness train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.