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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Skegness via King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Watford to Skegness?

The distance between Watford and Skegness is 182 miles. The road distance is 129.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Watford to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Skegness bus from?

Watford to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Skegness train from?

Watford to Skegness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford to Skegness?

The best way to get from Watford to Skegness is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Watford to Skegness bus arrive?

Watford to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Watford to Skegness train arrive?

Watford to Skegness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Watford to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Skegness is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Watford to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
4h 19m
£64–134
Drive 128.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Skegnesscar 128.7 mi
2h 34m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 151
9h 3m
£39–96
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Hatfield stationbus 602
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 20m
£60–99
Bus, train via Peterborough
1. Take the bus from High Street to Hatfield stationbus 602
2. Take the train from Hitchin to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
7h 15m
£70–120

Watford to Skegness by train and foot

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Skegness via London Euston, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarendon Road to Lumley Avenue via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 3m.

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