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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Skegness
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
9 h 46 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
175 km
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 $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Skegness without transferring at least once.
10:13 PM9h46Manchester7:59 AMSkegness$821One-way1 transfer
10:17 PM10h35Manchester8:52 AMSkegness$1711One-way2 transfers
- 10:13 PM9h46Manchester7:59 AMSkegness$821One-way1 transfer
- 10:17 PM10h35Manchester8:52 AMSkegness$1711One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Skegness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Skegness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 5m Average total duration 21h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Skegness:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Skegness costing on average $91 (€75).
Other travel options to Skegness take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 35m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€75) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.66 (€-36.82). The journey takes 3h 50m versus 3h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Skegness trains for today, Saturday, June 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:43 PM Manchester | 4h11 | 7:54 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Skegness.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Skegness.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Skegness
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Trains from Manchester to Skegness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Skegness from $51 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Skegness
Most Manchester to Skegness trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Skegness station pair, with some services arriving at Havenhouse. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Skegness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Skegness leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Which Skegness station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Skegness from Skegness city centre
Skegness train station facilities and services
Skegness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skegness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skegness.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skegness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skegness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skegness: 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.
Getting to Havenhouse from Skegness city centre
Havenhouse is 5 km from Skegness city centre. Public transport options include:
Havenhouse train station facilities and services
Havenhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Havenhouse: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Havenhouse: 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.
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