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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Skegness is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Skegness is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Skegness via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Skegness?

The distance between Plymouth and Skegness is 392 miles. The road distance is 314.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 9m and costs £160 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Plymouth to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Skegness bus from?

Plymouth to Skegness bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Skegness train from?

Plymouth to Skegness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Skegness?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Skegness is to train via London which takes 7h 9m and costs £160 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Plymouth to Skegness bus arrive?

Plymouth to Skegness bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Skegness train arrive?

Plymouth to Skegness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Skegness is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Plymouth to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1867+ hotels available in Skegness.

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
7h 9m
£163–302
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 151
13h 54m
£49–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
11h 27m
£74–115
Drive 312.4 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Skegnesscar 312.4 mi
5h 52m
£76–110
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
8h 9m
£189–270

Plymouth to Skegness by bus and train

14Weekly Services

11h 27mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 389.4 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Lumley Avenue via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 54m.

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