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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Grantham
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Grantham will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Grantham on Thu, Jan 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for London to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 160 km
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€34 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Grantham trains for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y11767 | On time 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 9:15 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y11882 | On time 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 9:37 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C40745 | On time 8:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 9:54 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C40792 | On time 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 10:15 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08259 | On time 9:18 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h03 | 10:21 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y11884 | On time 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 10:37 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from London to Grantham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Grantham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 58m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 03:44 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: LNER, First Hull Trains, Great Northern, Hull Trains from London to Grantham trainsLNER, First Hull Trains, Great Northern, Hull Trains trains will get you between London and Grantham from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Grantham
There are more than 60 daily trains from London to Grantham, and journey times start from just under an hour. Although it's only 100 miles to Grantham from the centre of London, driving to the town can be stressful because of commuter traffic and the fact there's no motorway in the locality. This means taking the train has to be the preferred mode of travel for many people.
London to Grantham train times: Daily departures
The first train to Grantham leaves Kings Cross station at 5:55 a.m. and the journey takes 1 hour 10 minutes. There are at least two trains per hour after this, up until the final train of the day at just after 11:30 p.m. All trains are direct, and services are provided by LNER and Hull Trains.
How long is the journey by train from London to Grantham?
Average journey times for trains from London to Grantham are 1 hour 31 minutes, and most trains are operated by LNER. The quickest journeys take 59 minutes, while the longest trips can take 1 hour 36 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Grantham?
Departure train station: Trains from London to Grantham depart from Kings Cross Railway Station, which has good public transport links to all areas of the city, and nationally. The station has a lounge for all travellers holding valid rail tickets for first-class journeys. It also has ATMs, free public WiFi, a variety of shops, and luggage trolleys for passenger use.
Arrival train station: Trains arrive at Grantham Railway Station, which is located in the town centre close to the main A52 road. There are public bus stops outside the station, and a taxi rank at the front of the building. Facilities at the station include a café, baby changing rooms, and ATMs.
Which train companies travel from London to Grantham?
Trains from London to Grantham are provided by LNER and Hull Trains. Most services are provided by LNER, and all of these are direct. Journey times can vary, with the quickest trips taking around one hour.
LNER London to Grantham
All LNER trains from London to Grantham are direct services, and some routes are served by high-speed Azuma trains. Both standard and first-class seats are available on all LNER trains, and first-class passengers can use the lounge at Kings Cross Station before boarding the train. First-class passengers benefit from larger seats with more legroom, and complimentary snacks and drinks.
Hull Trains London to Grantham
Hull Trains operates services from the Humber Region to London, and the trains from London to Grantham are on the Hull route. First-class tickets are available for all Hull Trains services, and passengers benefit from complimentary newspapers, drinks, and snacks, along with dedicated hosts throughout the trip.
London to Grantham trains: Services on board
All LNER passengers benefit from free WiFi throughout any journey, and most trains offer onboard refreshments. Passengers can take up to three items of luggage on any train, including a large suitcase, carry-on bag, and a small handbag. Luggage should be stored in the overhead racks or in the luggage bays at the end of all carriages. Folding bikes can be taken on any train as part of the luggage allowance, but passengers with standard bikes will need to reserve a space. It's possible to take dogs, cats, and other small pets on any LNER train.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Grantham
The Omio app enables travellers to compare prices for trains from London to Grantham and find the cheapest tickets. The best way to get the best prices for travel is to be flexible with travel date and times, and to book in advance. Opting for slower journeys is another way to find the cheapest tickets for trains from London to Grantham.
FAQs: Trains from London to Grantham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from London Kings Cross, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Grantham, located 0.6 miles (994 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Grantham
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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