- Must visit
The Collection Museum
Award-winning archaeology museum with Roman finds, medieval objects, and the famous Lincolnshire limestone display. Essential for history fans.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Beeston to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Beeston to Lincoln:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Beeston to Lincoln costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Lincoln take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
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Trains from Beeston to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:13, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 2:13 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Lincoln — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lincoln trip today.
Award-winning archaeology museum with Roman finds, medieval objects, and the famous Lincolnshire limestone display. Essential for history fans.
City museum covering Lincoln’s archaeology, Roman past, and local life. A strong introduction to the city’s long history.
Interactive military museum and memorial at Lincoln Castle. It explores the county regiment and wartime service with personal stories.
Steep historic street lined with independent shops and old buildings. Climbing it connects the modern city with Lincoln’s cathedral quarter.
Historic square between cathedral and castle, often animated by visitors and events. Ideal for photographs and exploring the hilltop core.
Pleasant waterside route along the Witham with boats, cafés, and views. A popular modern leisure area for an easy city walk.
A Lincolnshire specialty sausage seasoned with sage and coarse-cut pork. It is one of the county's best-known traditional foods and a staple in local breakfasts.
A baked pork pie linked to Lincolnshire butchers, with seasoned pork and hot-water crust pastry. It is a classic cold savoury found in local shops and markets.
A traditional English plum loaf closely associated with Lincolnshire. This rich fruit bread is lightly spiced and often served sliced with butter.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant near the cathedral, serving seasonal dishes in a relaxed, stylish setting popular with locals and visitors.
Fine dining restaurant in the Bailgate area known for polished tasting menus, seasonal British produce, and an intimate special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional Lincoln pub noted for cask beers and hearty food. It is a dependable stop for local ale and a classic pub atmosphere.
Lincoln is Moderate for UK city breaks, with mid-range hotels, affordable pubs and cafes, and low local transport costs compared with larger tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Lincoln Central -> Lincoln City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beeston to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Beeston to Lincoln trains use the Beeston to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Beeston and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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