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Compare train and bus for Grimsby to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$41 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Grimsby to Manchester
Compare the available ways to get from Grimsby to Manchester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Grimsby to Manchester:
A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Grimsby to Manchester costing on average $43.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$4. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 16m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Grimsby to Manchester
How to get from Grimsby to Manchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Grimsby to Manchester is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:05 AM 8h35 Grimsby 5:40 PM Manchester $42 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:05 AM 8h35 Grimsby 5:40 PM Manchester $42 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:05 AM 8h35 Grimsby 5:40 PM Manchester $42 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:05 AM 8h45 Grimsby 4:50 PM Manchester $48 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Grimsby to Manchester:
A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Grimsby to Manchester costing on average $43.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grimsby and Manchester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Grimsby Town (GMB) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Buses mostly depart from Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) and arrive in Manchester, Coach Station.
- Travel with National Express to go to Manchester by bus.
- Travel with Transpennine Express to go to Manchester by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
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