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London King's Cross to Hull trains
Easy journeys to Hull
Watch the English countryside zoom by as you speed effortlessly between London and Hull.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Hello, Hull!
Heading to Hull is even easier now. With later Sunday trains and smoother connections, you’ll have the freedom to make the most of your weekend plans. Explore the marina, enjoy the museums or just take your time by the water.
Average travel time
2h 47m
Distance
153 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for London King's Cross to Hull trains
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a London to Hull train
Book your London to Hull train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Hull train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from London to Hull with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Hull trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between London and Hull easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your London to Hull train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Hull train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from London to Hull with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Hull trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between London and Hull easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Hull from London with LNER
Taking the train from London to Hull is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 153 miles, our trains to Hull from London take just 2h 47m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious London to Hull train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our London King's Cross First Class Lounge.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Hull?
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Hull?
Direct LNER trains travel from London King's Cross to Hull with a travel time of just over 2h 47m.
During the week, there is approximately 1 direct LNER train per day at 17:18.
Which rail lines go through Hull?
Which rail lines go through Hull?
Currently, the train lines via Hull station are LNER, Northern Trains, Hull Trains, and TransPennine Express.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Hull?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Hull?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from London King's Cross to Hull
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
