How to get around Lincoln
Once you’ve arrived in Lincoln, there are plenty of transport options to help you get around. With regular buses, taxis and trains, navigating around the city is simple. As it is a historic city, Lincoln has a number of cobbled streets, and some very steep hills! If you need help getting around, these handy travel tools will help you explore Lincoln with ease.
Inner City Bus Routes
Lincoln has three inner-city bus routes that will take you from the suburbs to the city centre:
1. Lincoln Park and Ride
Save the hassle of finding a parking space by using Lincoln Park & Ride. Park for free at Waitrose and you can travel into the city centre by bus. This service runs Monday - Saturday, with buses every 15 minutes.
2. Lincoln Walk and Ride
The Walk and Ride is a shuttle service which will take you straight up to the Cathedral Quarter – avoiding Steep Hill. The Walk and Ride is operated by PC Coaches and runs throughout the day Monday to Saturday, excluding public holidays.
3. Tour Lincoln
Lincoln's open-top sightseeing bus runs from March to October (selected days only). This circular route will take you around Lincoln, with plenty of live commentary along on the way. There are 10 bus stops en-route, and you can hop-on and hop-off all day.
For more information about local bus services, bus stops and routes, visit the Stagecoach website.
Wheelchair and Scooter Loan
Located in Lincoln Central Carpark, Shopmobility provide powered scooters and powered/manual wheelchairs for daily loans.
The office is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 4.15pm, and Saturday 9.00am to 12.45pm. You can sign up to be member, or hire equipment on an ad hoc basis.
For more information, contact Lincoln DialaRide on 01522 544983 or visit the Dial a Ride website.
Local Taxi Companies
There is a large taxi rank outside Lincoln Central Station, so you can hop in a cab straight off the train.
If you want to book a taxi, you will find a number of reliable companies in the city centre:
• Handsome Cabs: 27 Corporation Street, Lincoln, LN2 1HL 01522 545352
• Direct Cars: 35 Silver Street, Lincoln, LN2 1EW 01522 567567
Left Luggage
Lincoln Central Station does not have left luggage facilities, however there are trusted businesses that you can store your bags with during your visit.
To find out more about secure left luggage locations in Lincoln, visit the CityStasher website.
Travelling around Lincolnshire
If you’re hoping to explore more of Lincolnshire during your visit, travelling by road is the best way to get around this rural county. If you don't drive, there are plenty of public transport options available.
• Buses in Lincolnshire
Lincoln Bus Station is the hub for all services around the county. Local bus operators Stagecoach and PC Coaches travel from Lincoln city centre seven days a week. For service updates and advice, call 0871 200 2233 or visit the Lincolnshire County Council website.
• Train services from Lincoln
Lincoln Central Station offers direct daily services to local towns including Sleaford, Grimsby and Gainsborough. Train operators here include LNER, Northern Rail and EMR.