Train from London to Lincoln: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Lincoln on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
LincolnCheapestFastest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LincolnNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
LincolnNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LincolnNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
LincolnNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:56 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Lincoln

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage duration
100 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £54Average duration4h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Average price£23 - £178Average duration1h 57m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£11 - £25Average duration2h 50m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Lincoln by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Lincoln?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Lincoln start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Lincoln?

    The average train journey time from London to Lincoln is 1h 57m, covering a distance of 119 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Lincoln route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Lincoln?

    The earliest train from London to Lincoln departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

  5. Which is the best train operator from London to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Lincoln?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03/12
£56
04/12
£57
Today
£40
06/12
£40
07/12
£37
08/12
£44
09/12
£37
10/12
£35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Lincoln was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Lincoln as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £35 to £170 for a train ticket from London to Lincoln based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually East Midlands Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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