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London King's Cross to Lincoln trains
London to Lincoln with a beautiful view
Relax and gaze out at the stunning scenery of the English countryside as you speed across the country between London and Lincoln.
Enjoy our excellent range of refreshments, or catch forty winks in our comfy seats. With LNER, you'll arrive in style - and with a little extra spending money in your pocket!
Your easy route to Lincoln!
Getting to Lincoln has never been simpler. With regular direct trains from London, you can enjoy smooth, two-hourly trains that fit your day perfectly. Explore Lincoln Cathedral, stroll the cobbled streets and feel the freedom to travel at your own pace.
Average travel time
1h 54m
Distance
119 miles
Cheapest train tickets from London King's Cross to Lincoln
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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 Lincoln train
Book your London to Lincoln train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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.
Save 56%** on trains to Lincoln from London King's Cross with Family tickets
Family SinglesTravel between 17 cities and save on average 56% ** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London King's Cross to Lincoln trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between London King's Cross and Lincoln 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 Lincoln train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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.
Save 56%** on trains to Lincoln from London King's Cross with Family tickets
Family SinglesTravel between 17 cities and save on average 56% ** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London King's Cross to Lincoln trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between London King's Cross and Lincoln 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.
** Average saving is based on two adults and two children travelling with an LNER Family Single vs Advance fare.
Take the train to Lincoln from London King's Cross with LNER
Taking the train from London King's Cross to Lincoln is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 119 miles, our trains to Lincoln from London King's Cross take just 1h 54m.
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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Lincoln?
Yes, direct LNER trains run from London King's Cross to Lincoln, a journey that normally takes just over 1h 54m.During the week, there are approximately 3 direct LNER trains per day between 08:06 and 19:06.
Which rail lines go through Lincoln?
Which rail lines go through Lincoln?
The main trains via Lincoln Central station are LNER, Northern Trains, and East Midlands Railway.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Lincoln?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Lincoln?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from London King's Cross to Lincoln.
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.
