The cheapest and fastest trains from Sleaford to Grantham
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sleaford to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sleaford to Grantham will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sleaford for Grantham on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 26 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sleaford to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sleaford to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sleaford to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sleaford to Grantham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:16 PM Sleaford | 0h26 | 12:42 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Sleaford | 0h26 | 3:39 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sleaford to Grantham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sleaford to Grantham
Trains from Sleaford to Grantham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 22:17 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Sleaford to Grantham trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sleaford and Grantham from $5 (€4). 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 Sleaford to Grantham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sleaford 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sleaford to Grantham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 13:30 Saturday 07:30 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station access level Easy access to platform 1 (Peterborough/Skegness) bound. Steps and bridge to platforms 2/3 (Lincoln/Nottingham) bound, however at certain times staff can be made available by prior arrangement to assist customers across a foot crossing. Foot crossing under Signallers control. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Woodside 01529 304444
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: available on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Station Street outside the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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