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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Skegness
Showing times and prices for Nov 08
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
175 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Skegness will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Skegness without transferring at least 2 times.
Y07457 · EM771200 · J1761710:43AM4h50
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)03:33PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
2 transfers
G31622+
C26154+Y02030+
Y2311401:51PM4h36
Manchester Victoria (MCV)06:27PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
5 transfers
G31626+C26108+Y02023+Y2313104:52PM4h33
Manchester Victoria (MCV)09:25PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
5 transfers
Y07463 · EM770600 · J1053712:43PM4h43
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)05:26PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
2 transfers
Y07466 · Y08152 · EM770500 · J1053501:43PM4h44
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)06:27PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
3 transfers
C27079+Y23125+EM770300 · J1053104:13PM4h10
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)08:23PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
3 transfers
C27115+Y07924 · J1761810:13AM4h11
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)02:24PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
2 transfers
G31620+C26178+Y00335+Y2310311:52AM4h27
Manchester Victoria (MCV)04:19PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
5 transfers
G34475+C26213+Y00309+Y2308608:53AM4h29
Manchester Victoria (MCV)01:22PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
5 transfers
G31626+C26108+Y02023+Y2313104:52PM4h33
Manchester Victoria (MCV)09:25PMSkegness station (SKG)
$1081One-way
5 transfers
Live departures
Manchester to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Skegness trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:33 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:51 AM Manchester | 5h06 | 9:57 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:43 AM Manchester | 4h10 | 11:53 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:43 AM Manchester | 4h06 | 12:49 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:13 AM Manchester | 3h40 | 1:53 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:43 PM Manchester | 4h17 | 7:00 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:14 AM Manchester | 7h39 | 7:53 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Skegness
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 20:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester to Skegness start from as low as $34 (€27) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $106 (€86) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester and Skegness from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
$58 (€47)
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Price
$183 (€149)
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
$88 (€72)
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Skegness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Skegness by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skegness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Skegness typically takes about 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, enjoy the beach, and experience the local entertainment options.
The distance by train from Manchester to Skegness is 108 miles (175 km).
In Skegness, enjoy thrilling rides and entertainment for all ages at Fantasy Island, explore the charming Skegness Model Village, or play golf at Seacroft Golf Club. Catch a show at Skegness Embassy Theatre or take a scenic walk along the Skegness Promenade. Visit the popular Skegness Beach for family outings, learn about marine life at Natureland Seal Sanctuary and Skegness Aquarium, enjoy entertainment at Skegness Pier, and explore birdlife at Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Skegness is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), which connects to Skegness station (SKG).
A day trip from Manchester to Skegness is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 39m. The distance is 108 miles (175 km), and there are 5 train trips available per day.
The train journey from Manchester to Skegness offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Peak District and the rolling countryside of Lincolnshire, providing a relaxing and visually appealing travel experience.
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Skegness can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $34 (€27), while the average price is around $106 (€86).
The train from Manchester to Skegness takes 3h 39m and runs 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Skegness is by train, with a cost of around $34 (€27).
The last train from Manchester to Skegness leaves at 8:45 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester to Skegness.
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Skegness.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Skegness.
The first train from Manchester to Skegness leaves at 12:10 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Skegness.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Skegness
Manchester
Skegness
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Skegness.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
The major train station for arrivals in Skegness is Havenhouse. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Havenhouse for your journey to Skegness from Manchester.
Havenhouse
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with a very steep gradient. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platform.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Havenhouse
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Level access to station and platforms. There is suitable access to and between platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Skegness
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
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