When visiting Lincoln, there are numerous places to stay, things to do, and places to eat and drink in the countryside. Everything is nearby and within walking distance of the universities in this city. Because most of the Lincoln student accommodations are in the city centre, you only need the buses as a mode of transportation. Lincoln boasts a variety of charming cobblestone lanes as well as a fairly steep hill that connects the medieval Cathedral Quarter to the city centre.
1. Bus: Stagecoach and PC Coaches are two local bus companies that operate out of Lincoln city centre seven days a week. Lincoln Bus Station is the hub for all county services and provides thorough information that helps you discover the proper service. It is located at St Mary's Street, LN5 7FD.
2. Trains: The railway station in Lincoln is located in the city centre's southern outskirts, within easy walking distance of the commercial and cultural districts. East Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains East Coast, and Northern Rail run daily services from Peterborough, Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield, Doncaster, and London. Lincoln is about two hours from London's Kings Cross station. Lincoln Train Station is easily accessible from the city centre and provides daily direct services to Gainsborough, Sleaford, Newark, and beyond. We recommend that you plan your travel ahead of time using an online route planner or by phone with TrainTracker.
3. Cycle: Hire bike stations located throughout Lincoln to provide bikes for rent, allowing you to navigate the city's streets by bike. Stations in the city centre can be found on the Brayford Waterfront, opposite the Royal William IV pub, near Lincoln Central Train Station, on the University of Lincoln campus, and at St Marks Shopping Centre.