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Burghley House State Rooms
Major exhibition rooms inside Burghley House displaying paintings, ceramics, and historic interiors. Ideal for visitors seeking art within a grand setting.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Stamford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Stamford will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Lincoln to Stamford without transferring at least once.
C21604 · C21679+
G00813
C21601 · C21677+
G00810
G08051+
G00968
C88215+
C02160+
G00963
G08051+
G00968
C88215+
C02160+
G00963
C21601 · C21677+
G00810
C21604 · C21679+
G00813Trains from Lincoln to Stamford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Stamford trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C59624+ G00976 | On time 2:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h47 | 4:06 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 1 transfer | |
G08062+ G00979 | On time 3:20 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h46 | 5:06 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
C88215+ C02160+ G00963 | 8:35 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h31 | 12:06 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 2 transfers | |
C21601 · C21677+ G00810 | 9:26 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h32 | 12:58 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 2 transfers | |
C21604 · C21679+ G00813 | 10:18 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h41 | 1:59 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 2 transfers | |
G08051+ G00968 | 11:55 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2h11 | 2:06 PM Stamford station (SMD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major exhibition rooms inside Burghley House displaying paintings, ceramics, and historic interiors. Ideal for visitors seeking art within a grand setting.
Town museum covering Stamford’s history, industries, and people. A practical first stop for context, local stories, and changing displays.
Seasonal art exhibitions and interpretation spaces at Burghley often showcase historic collections and contemporary work in a renowned heritage venue.
Stamford’s best-known shopping street, lined with handsome stone buildings. Excellent for soaking up the town’s Georgian character and independent spirit.
Historic square framed by attractive old buildings and church views. A pleasant place to pause while exploring the compact medieval street plan.
Leafy riverside meadows popular for walking and classic views back to Stamford. A local favorite for relaxed open space near the town center.
Stilton is the famous blue cheese historically linked with nearby villages and long sold in Stamford coaching inns. Rich, creamy, and a classic local taste.
Lincolnshire sausages are seasoned with sage and made across the county. They are a staple in local breakfasts and pub meals around Stamford.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf with herbs, usually eaten cold in slices. It is a classic regional butcher's specialty.
Popular gastropub near Stamford serving well-kept ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed village setting with a strong local following.
Refined fine dining in a historic coaching inn, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in elegant surroundings.
Stylish town-centre restaurant and bar offering modern British plates, cocktails, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining cost less than London, but tourist-season stays and restaurant meals are not cheap. Local buses are limited, so transport costs can add up.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Stamford Railway Station -> Stamford Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Stamford 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 Stamford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lincoln to Stamford trains use the Lincoln Central to Stamford station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Stamford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Stamford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Caffè Nero
Ticket office support is available at Stamford.
Available at Stamford: Parking, WC.
Available at Stamford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. 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: White Knight 01733 555584, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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