The average train between Lincoln and Poynton takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Lincoln to Poynton. 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 hourly between Lincoln and Poynton. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Poynton at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lincoln to Poynton? 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 Lincoln to Poynton. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Poynton station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Lincoln to Poynton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Poynton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Lincoln to Poynton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Lincoln and Poynton is 105.9 km. The road distance is 145 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Poynton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 13m.