The average train between Arbroath and Skegness takes 8h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Arbroath to Skegness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Arbroath and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Skegness at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 8h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Arbroath to Skegness? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at Skegness station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.
Arbroath to Skegness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to Skegness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Arbroath to Skegness train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Arbroath and Skegness is 423.7 km. The road distance is 672 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to Skegness via Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Grantham in around 8h 4m.