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About Lincoln (LCN) Train Station

Station managed by: East Midlands Railway

Lincoln station
St Marys Street
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN5 7EW

Lincoln Station can be found on St Marys Street in Lincoln as shown on the map, and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Lincoln Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Lincoln Station

Welcome to Lincoln Train Station: A Gateway to Exploration

Nestled in the heart of historic Lincoln, the city’s train station serves as a convenient starting point for rail travelers. Whether you’re a local commuting to work or a visitor eager to explore the picturesque charm of Lincolnshire, the station is your gateway to a network of popular destinations spread across the UK. Let's delve into the details of the amenities, travel options, and popular routes available at Lincoln Station to help you plan your next journey.

Station Facilities

Lincoln Station is equipped to handle all the essentials for a hassle-free trip. Ticketing services are conveniently available, with the ticket office open from 5:00 to 19:30 on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 10:30 to 21:30 on Sundays. For those who prefer self-service, ticket machines are accessible and fully equipped to handle online purchases, including the collection of pre-booked tickets.

Committed to accessibility, Lincoln Station offers step-free access throughout its facilities. It has been categorized as a Category A station, ensuring ease of movement for all passengers. Although the platforms lack tactile paving, the station compensates with helpful staff available throughout most of the day, seven days a week, to assist anyone who needs a hand.

For your comfort, heated waiting rooms and accessible seating are available, along with restrooms and baby-changing amenities located on Platform 4. If you're planning on a bit of shopping or need some refreshments before heading off, you'll find a café and vending machine on-site, plus ATMs for your convenience.

Transport Links

Beyond the station itself, Lincoln offers a variety of transport connections to get you where you need to go. The taxi ranks are well-served by local companies such as Discount Cabs and Handsome Cars, providing services around the clock. Bus services operated by Stagecoach also have routes that weave through the city and into the neighboring towns and villages. If your train journey doesn’t take you to your final destination, the station’s nearby bus stop or a PlusBus ticket can provide seamless onward travel.

Journeys from Lincoln

Ready to embark on your next adventure? Lincoln Station serves as a hub for numerous popular routes. If you're longing for the hustle and bustle of the capital, check out trains from Lincoln to London Kings Cross. For a bit of history and culture closer to home, head towards Nottingham or explore the industrial charm of Sheffield. For shorter jaunts, you might prefer journeys like Lincoln to Gainsborough Lea Road or the nearby attractions at Newark North Gate.

Your Ticket to Adventure Awaits!

Lincoln Station not only connects you to various destinations but also ensures your journey starts on the right note with its comprehensive facilities and travel solutions. Whether you plan to visit London for the weekend or are setting off on a daily commute, purchasing tickets is convenient and straightforward, enabling you to enjoy the tranquility of rail travel. Embark on your next journey with confidence and comfort, knowing you're supported every step of the way by the staff and amenities at Lincoln Station. Safe travels!

Lincoln Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:00 to 19:30
Saturday:05:00 to 19:30
Sunday:10:30 to 21:30
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

Fastticket

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:00 to 23:45
Saturday:05:00 to 22:45
Sunday:10:30 to 23:45
Customer help pointsNo
Customer services notesNone
Luggage storageNo
Lost property

EMR lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept.

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Category A station.  This station has step free access to all platforms.

This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

Fastticket

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:05:25 to 19:30
Saturday:05:25 to 19:30
Sunday:12:30 to 20:00

There are heated waiting rooms, along with sheltered platform waiting areas with accessible seating.

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:00 to 23:45
Saturday:05:00 to 22:45
Sunday:10:30 to 23:45
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointNo
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Toilet opening times:

  • Monday to Friday: 05:00 to 19:30
  • Saturday: 05:00 to 19:30
  • Sunday: 10:30 to 21:30
Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingYes

Female toilets

Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:05:25 to 19:30
Saturday:05:25 to 19:30
Sunday:12:30 to 20:00

There are heated waiting rooms, along with sheltered platform waiting areas with accessible seating.

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorEast Midlands Railway
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces54
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
Note<p>£2.50 Evening car park fare is available from 1800 until 0230.</p><p>£8.00 Weekend fare (from 1000 Friday - midnight Sunday) Tickets must be purchased from the ticket office.</p><p>This car park has Secure Station Accreditation.</p>
Daily£7.50
Annual£750.00
Sunday£5.50
Weekly£23.00
Monthly£75.00
Saturday£5.50
Six_monthly£406.00
Three_monthly£203.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Cafe and vending machine.

ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces198

Cycle hub open 24 hours. Changing facilities and toilet available.

Between station front and St Marys Church

Type of StorageCompounds,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Lincoln Station

All you need to know about Lincoln's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Outside the front of the station.

Discount Cabs 01522 567800 Handsome 01522 545352 Direct 01522 567567

'Stagecoach' operates a network of daily, frequent bus routes around the city and also to nearby towns and villages. For route maps and timetables: www.stagecoachbus.com

Buy a Lincoln PLUSBUS ticket with your train ticket, for discount price unlimited bus travel around the city. For details: www.plusbus.info

Live Departures and arrivals from Lincoln Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Lincoln station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from LeicesterEast Midlands Railway17:303A17:32
from Grimsby TownEast Midlands Railway17:344A17:40 This train has been delayed by a fault with the signalling system earlier today
from PeterboroughEast Midlands Railway17:405AOn time
from LeedsNorthern17:585AOn time
from London Kings CrossLondon North Eastern Railway18:033On time
from PeterboroughEast Midlands Railway18:204AOn time
from LeicesterEast Midlands Railway18:33-On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Grimsby TownEast Midlands Railway17:323A17:33
to LeicesterEast Midlands Railway17:364A17:41 This train has been delayed by a fault with the signalling system earlier today
to DoncasterEast Midlands Railway17:425AOn time
to PeterboroughEast Midlands Railway17:532On time
to LeedsNorthern18:235AOn time
to LeicesterEast Midlands Railway18:34-On time