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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Skegness
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
167 km
Cheap tickets
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 $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Skegness on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.
12:09PM3h47
Birmingham03:56PMSkegness
$481One-way
0 transfers
05:09AM3h47
Birmingham08:56AMSkegness
$581One-way
0 transfers
07:08AM3h44
Birmingham10:52AMSkegness
$641One-way
0 transfers
11:09AM3h44
Birmingham02:53PMSkegness
$721One-way
0 transfers
01:09PM3h49
Birmingham04:58PMSkegness
$901One-way
0 transfers
11:09AM3h44
Birmingham02:53PMSkegness
$721One-way
0 transfers
07:08AM3h44
Birmingham10:52AMSkegness
$641One-way
0 transfers
12:09PM3h47
Birmingham03:56PMSkegness
$481One-way
0 transfers
05:09AM3h47
Birmingham08:56AMSkegness
$581One-way
0 transfers
01:09PM3h49
Birmingham04:58PMSkegness
$901One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Birmingham to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Skegness trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:16 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C72070+Y12711 | On time 11:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h06 | 3:55 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C72210+C52256 · Y12711 | On time 11:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h03 | 3:55 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| C72213+C51709 · C51907 | On time 12:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h01 | 4:53 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| C74971+C52364 | On time 1:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h05 | 5:54 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C72216+C51639 · C52364 | On time 1:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h02 | 5:54 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| C07899+Y12635 · Y12712 | On time 2:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h28 | 6:56 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| C74974+C52345 | On time 3:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h07 | 7:56 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 1 transfer | |
| C75313+C52086 · C52360 | On time 5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h37 | 8:40 PM Skegness station (SKG) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 5:09 AM Birmingham | 3h47 | 8:56 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:08 AM Birmingham | 3h44 | 10:52 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Skegness?
The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Skegness is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Skegness route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Skegness per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Skegness.
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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Skegness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 19:20 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Birmingham to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Skegness from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
$127 (€102)
Cross Country frequency
10 a day
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.
In Skegness, enjoy thrilling rides and entertainment for all ages at Fantasy Island, explore the charming Skegness Model Village, or play golf at Seacroft Golf Club. Catch a show at Skegness Embassy Theatre or take a scenic walk along the Skegness Promenade. Visit the popular Skegness Beach for family outings, learn about marine life at Natureland Seal Sanctuary and Skegness Aquarium, enjoy entertainment at Skegness Pier, and explore birdlife at Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve.
A visit to Skegness typically takes about 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, enjoy the beach, and experience the local entertainment options.
The distance by train from Birmingham to Skegness is 103 miles (167 km).
Train ticket prices from Birmingham to Skegness can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $26 (€21), while the average price is around $49 (€39).
A day trip from Birmingham to Skegness is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 44m each way, with a frequency of 6 trips per day for trains, covering a distance of 103 miles (167 km).
The train journey from Birmingham to Skegness offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic countryside of the East Midlands, with views of rolling fields and small towns, making parts of the trip quite picturesque.
The first train from Birmingham to Skegness leaves at 5:19 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Skegness is by train, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
The last train from Birmingham to Skegness leaves at 7:20 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Birmingham to Skegness.
The train from Birmingham to Skegness takes 3h 44m and runs 6 per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Skegness.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Skegness.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Skegness is Birmingham New Street (BHM), which connects to Skegness station (SKG).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Birmingham to Skegness.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Skegness
Birmingham
Skegness
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Skegness.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:15 - 18:00 Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside Main Station Entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Lea Hall
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lea Hall Road - at the public service bus stops near to the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:30 - 15:00 None
Distance to city center
10 kmParking
- Car Park: Park and Ride
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilet is located in the Booking Hall; this toilet is operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours for passengers who do not possess a RADAR key: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 09:30-15:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Longbridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop to the left of the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Skegness is Skegness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skegness for your journey to Skegness from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Skegness
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
Havenhouse
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transit options for Havenhouse
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
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