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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Skegness
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Skegness will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Skegness without transferring at least once.
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C598582:09 PM3h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:59 PMSkegness station (SKG)€301One-way1 transfer- G66502+C598571:09 PM3h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:59 PMSkegness station (SKG)€471One-way1 transfer
- G66499+C5985212:09 PM3h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:54 PMSkegness station (SKG)€521One-way1 transfer
- G00682+C214118:09 AM3h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:56 AMSkegness station (SKG)€581One-way1 transfer
- G00686+C5985011:09 AM3h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:55 PMSkegness station (SKG)€581One-way1 transfer
- G00738+C21262 · C214118:27 AM3h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:56 AMSkegness station (SKG)€731One-way2 transfers
- G00684+C598449:09 AM3h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:54 PMSkegness station (SKG)€581One-way1 transfer
- G66499+C5985212:09 PM3h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:54 PMSkegness station (SKG)€521One-way1 transfer
- G00686+C5985011:09 AM3h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:55 PMSkegness station (SKG)€581One-way1 transfer
- G66494+C5984710:09 AM3h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:55 PMSkegness station (SKG)€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Skegness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Skegness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €38.
Distance: 167 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Skegness trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21411+G00682 | 8:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h47 | 11:56 AM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C21262 · C21411+G00738 | 8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h29 | 11:56 AM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| C59844+G00684 | 9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h45 | 12:54 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C59847+G66494 | 10:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h46 | 1:55 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C59850+G00686 | 11:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h46 | 2:55 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C59852+G66499 | 12:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h45 | 3:54 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C59857+G66502 | 1:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h50 | 4:59 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C59858+G66504 | 2:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h50 | 5:59 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Skegness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 7:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Birmingham to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Skegness from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Skegness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Skegness by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skegness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Skegness
Most Birmingham to Skegness trains use the Birmingham New Street to Skegness station pair, with some services arriving at Havenhouse. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Skegness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Lea Hall from Birmingham city centre
Lea Hall is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Hall train station facilities and services
Lea Hall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lea Hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lea Hall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lea Hall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lea Hall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Hall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Skegness station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Skegness from Skegness city centre
Skegness train station facilities and services
Skegness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skegness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skegness.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skegness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skegness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skegness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Level access to station and platforms. There is suitable access to and between platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Havenhouse from Skegness city centre
Havenhouse is 5 km from Skegness city centre. Public transport options include:
Havenhouse train station facilities and services
Havenhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Havenhouse: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Havenhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with a very steep gradient. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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