What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Skegness is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Skegness via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Skegness?

The distance between Birmingham and Skegness is 138 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £70 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Skegness?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Birmingham to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Skegness bus from?

Birmingham to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Skegness train from?

Birmingham to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Skegness?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Skegness is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Birmingham to Skegness bus arrive?

Birmingham to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Skegness train arrive?

Birmingham to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Skegness is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Birmingham to Skegness.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Skegness?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Skegness?

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1872+ hotels available in Skegness.

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
4h 15m
£71–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 151
6h 49m
£26–59
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Skegnesscar 120.3 mi
2h 42m
£30–43

Birmingham to Skegness by train

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Distance: 137 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Skegness, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Skegness via Nottingham in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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