What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Skegness via Ashford International, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Kent to Skegness?

The distance between Kent and Skegness is 230 miles. The road distance is 177.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Skegness without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 54m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Skegness?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Kent to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Skegness train from?

Kent to Skegness train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Skegness train arrive?

Kent to Skegness train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Skegness is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Kent to Skegness.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Skegness?

Book your Kent to Skegness train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Skegness.

Kent to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kent to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 54m
£83–178
Drive 176.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Skegnesscar 176.6 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings Lynntrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 505
8h 3m
£66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
5h 21m
£76–165

Kent to Skegness by train

82Weekly Trains

4h 54mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Skegness, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Skegness via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 54m.

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