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How to travel from Ancaster to Hykeham by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Ancaster to Hykeham? Look no further.
You'll usually find 5 trains per day running between Ancaster and Hykeham, which usually take 1 hour 55 minutes to complete the 15 miles (23 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 5 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Hykeham by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both London North Eastern Railway and East Midlands Railway trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Ancaster to Hykeham if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hykeham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Ancaster to Hykeham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Ancaster to Hykeham take?
The average journey time by train between Ancaster and Hykeham is 1 hour and 55 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Ancaster and Hykeham by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Ancaster to Hykeham is 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Ancaster to Hykeham?
No, there are no direct train services from Ancaster to Hykeham. Travelling from Ancaster to Hykeham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Ancaster to Hykeham leave?
The first train from Ancaster to Hykeham leaves at 08:46. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Ancaster to Hykeham leave?
The last train from Ancaster to Hykeham leaves at 19:45. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Ancaster and Hykeham by train?
Trains travelling from Ancaster to Hykeham cover a distance of around 15 miles (23 km) during the journey.
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