Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Skegness travel guide

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You're Going to Love Skegness

With a population of 17,072, Skegness is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Skegness deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Skegness

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Hide at Herons Mead (Marsh Ln) and The Jolly Fisherman Skegness (Unit 3 The Embassy Centre) are great picks.

When to visit Skegness

Skegness in November
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel
Skegness in November
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Skegness

Plane

Although Skegness doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 82 km from Skegness. The shortest domestic flight to Skegness departs from Aberdeen and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Located 8 km from the city centre, Skegness Wainfleet is the busiest station in Skegness. Another popular train station is Skegness Havenhouse, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Skegness is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 185 km from Skegness. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Skegness’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Skegness doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 82 km from Skegness. The shortest domestic flight to Skegness departs from Aberdeen and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Located 8 km from the city centre, Skegness Wainfleet is the busiest station in Skegness. Another popular train station is Skegness Havenhouse, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Skegness is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 185 km from Skegness. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Skegness’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Skegness

NWINorwich Arpt
EMANottingham East Midlands
STNLondon Stansted

Airlines serving Skegness

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skegness

Average rates range from around £74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £100 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Skegness

Most booked hotels in Skegness

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North Shore Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Villager Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£66+
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The Vine Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£74+
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Sunnyside Accommodation
2 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
£37+
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The Grand Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
£43+
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Hiring a car in Skegness

Hiring a car in Skegness costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Skegness (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Skegness is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Skegness costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Skegness (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Skegness is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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