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Leicester to Skegness train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leicester to Skegness, starting from AU$ 20.19 and averaging AU$ 22.38. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 2m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Wed, Jul 30
From AU$ 21.52
Thu, Jul 31
From AU$ 21.52
Fri, Aug 1
From AU$ 21.52
Sat, Aug 2
From AU$ 20.19
Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 21.52
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 21.52
Tue, Aug 5
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
01:49 Leicester	07:58 Skegness	6h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:41 Leicester	09:56 Skegness	3h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:50 Leicester	10:57 Skegness	3h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:49 Leicester	11:52 Skegness	3h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:50 Leicester	12:53 Skegness	3h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:47 Leicester	13:49 Paris	3h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Leicester to Skegness train route details

First train

01:49

Last train

19:57

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Skegness

Journey time

3h 2m

Distance

114 km

Price

AU$ 20.19*

Train Operators

East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Skegness

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leicester to Skegness. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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%

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 Leicester 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Leicester to Skegness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to Skegness train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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