The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$33
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$81
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 15
28
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 28 trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
C59645+
G080307:19 PM2h33Lincoln Central (LCN)9:52 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$331One-way1 transfer
G080613:20 PM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)5:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$361One-way0 transfers
G080696:20 PM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)8:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$361One-way0 transfers
C59637+
G080195:19 PM2h34Lincoln Central (LCN)7:53 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$361One-way1 transfer
G0805011:20 AM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)1:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$421One-way0 transfers
G080417:30 AM1h49Lincoln Central (LCN)9:19 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1571One-way0 transfers
G080449:20 AM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)11:16 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$611One-way0 transfers
G0805011:20 AM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)1:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$421One-way0 transfers
G080613:20 PM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)5:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$361One-way0 transfers
G080551:20 PM1h56Lincoln Central (LCN)3:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $72 (€58).
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 1h 11m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€58) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21326+ C02054 | On time 4:40 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h42 | 7:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59637+ G08019 | On time 5:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h34 | 7:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08069 | On time 6:20 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h56 | 8:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C88236+ C02066 | On time 7:03 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h59 | 9:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59645+ G08030 | On time 7:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h33 | 9:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G89439+ W04518 | On time 7:23 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h23 | 9:46 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21323+ C02062 | On time 8:14 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h55 | 11:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
P24394+ C02116 | On time 8:28 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h21 | 11:49 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
C88222+ C01954 | 6:00 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h01 | 8:01 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59597+ C02155 | 6:12 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h18 | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C88226+ G07949 | 6:52 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h01 | 8:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08041 | 7:30 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h49 | 9:19 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21279+ C02161 | 7:50 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h31 | 10:21 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59601+ L01624 | 8:02 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h37 | 10:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21787+ C02042 | 8:17 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h45 | 11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08044 | 9:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h56 | 11:16 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21333+ C02172 | 9:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h40 | 12:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59608+ L01628 | 10:19 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h22 | 12:41 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08050 | 11:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h56 | 1:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21331+ C02140 | 11:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h41 | 2:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59617+ L01631 | 12:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h20 | 2:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08055 | 1:20 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h56 | 3:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21329+ C02120 | 1:42 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h40 | 4:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59625+ C01918 | 2:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h22 | 4:41 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08061 | 3:20 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h56 | 5:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04511+ G89427 | 3:23 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h22 | 5:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21327+ C02108 | 3:40 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h42 | 6:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59633+ L01636 | 4:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h21 | 6:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 8:46 PM |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Thameslink from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Lincoln Central (LCN) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $15 (€12). 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Lincoln Central to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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