The average train between Plymouth and Skegness takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Skegness at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Skegness station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Plymouth to Skegness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Skegness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Plymouth to Skegness train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Plymouth and Skegness is 435.8 km. The road distance is 627 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Skegness via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 7h 9m.