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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Lincoln (LCN)

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30

train journeys
per day

120

miles (193 kms)

2hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

00:27 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Lincoln , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Lincoln is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Lincoln.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:27
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    07:43
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:06
    3 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    08:42
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:36
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:08
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:48
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:14
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    17:32
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:44
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    18:57
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:25
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:36
    London Waterloo East
    Lincoln
    London Waterloo East to Lincoln

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo East and Lincoln

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Lincoln vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East and Lincoln can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo East & Lincoln. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Lincoln.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo East and Lincoln, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.