The cheapest and fastest trains from Skegness to Manchester
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skegness to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skegness to Manchester will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 3 trains that leave Skegness for Manchester on Tue, Jan 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 27 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, Jan 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Skegness to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Skegness to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:06 AM Skegness | 4h31 | 10:37 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Skegness | 4h37 | 1:52 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Skegness | 3h50 | 4:05 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skegness to Manchester
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Skegness to Manchester start from as low as $74 (€59) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $112 (€89) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Skegness to Manchester with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 45m but the average duration is 3h 37m
Train Operators
- Travel from Skegness to Manchester with East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, and east_midlands_trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is East Midlands Trains.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Skegness station (SKG) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- First train typically departs at 12:10 AM and the last at 09:20 PM
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains from Skegness to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Skegness and Manchester from $74 (€59). 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 Skegness to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skegness to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Skegness to Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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.
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