The average train between Sleaford and Essex takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Sleaford to Essex. 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 2 hours between Sleaford and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford to Essex? 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 Sleaford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Essex station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Sleaford to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Sleaford to Essex train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Essex is 146 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to White Notley via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 32m.