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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Kent is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Kent. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Lenham via Grantham, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Skegness to Kent?

The distance between Skegness and Kent is 230 miles. The road distance is 175.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 25m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Skegness to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Kent train from?

Skegness to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Where does the Skegness to Kent train arrive?

Skegness to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Kent is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Skegness to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Kent.

Skegness to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Skegness to Kent by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 25m
£82–153
Drive 174.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skegness to Kentcar 174.7 mi
3h 26m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 57 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensgate Bus Stnbus X12
3. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 28m
£59–132
Train
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
4h 49m
£75–135

Skegness to Kent by train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Lenham via Grantham, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 25m.

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