The average train between Wales and Skegness takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales 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 4 hours between Wales and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Skegness at 10:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Skegness station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Wales to Skegness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Wales to Skegness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Wales to Skegness train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Hull Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Skegness is 109.7 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Skegness via Retford and Grantham in around 4h 11m.