- Must visit
Woolsthorpe Manor
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
9
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 $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 9 trains that leave London for Grantham on Wed, Aug 26, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.










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 $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Grantham:
A bus is $12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Grantham costing on average $29.
Other travel options to Grantham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 1h 35m faster (1h 6m by train vs 2h 41m by car) and roughly $31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 vs $60). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Grantham trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G08112 | On time 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 2:15 PM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02111 | On time 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 2:37 PM Grantham station (GRA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
![]() | 5:33 AM London | 1h04 | 6:37 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:18 AM London | 1h03 | 9:21 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:18 AM London | 1h03 | 10:21 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM London | 1h00 | 12:00 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London to Grantham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 3:44 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Grantham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grantham trip today.
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Historic house and formal gardens just outside Grantham, featuring exhibitions, collections, and a major country-house experience.
Country house with a respected art collection and curated interiors, popular for visitors exploring the wider Grantham area.
Main civic and commercial heart of Grantham, good for historic architecture, shopping, and getting a feel for the town centre.
Attractive riverside green space with paths, play areas, and views, ideal for a break close to the town centre.
Open parkland beside Belton House, excellent for walking, seasonal colour, and classic English landscape scenery.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarse pork sausages seasoned with sage. They are a county classic often served with mash and gravy in local pubs.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf seasoned with sage and baked. It is a long-standing regional favourite sold by butchers and delis.
Plum bread is a lightly sweet fruited loaf from Lincolnshire, usually sliced and served with butter. It is a beloved regional tea-time treat.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and warm service in a modern casual dining room.
Well-known steakhouse and grill offering burgers, ribs, and mixed grills in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established pub and restaurant serving cask ale, roasts, and British comfort food in a traditional coaching inn setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local buses are reasonable, and chains or pubs offer better value than major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not require tips.
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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.

Most London to Grantham trains use the London Kings Cross to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Grantham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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.
London St Pancras International 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: 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.
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