The average train between Cambridge and Skegness takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Skegness at 8:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Skegness station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Cambridge to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Cambridge to Skegness train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Cambridge and Skegness is 106 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Skegness via Peterborough and Grantham in around 3h 50m.