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Trip Summary
You can pick from 63 daily train trips between Manchester and Skegness. The average train journey from Manchester to Skegness takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, but some TransPennine Express + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 109 mi (175 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 24m |
| Lowest price | $100.67 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Skegness?
There are 3 train lines with service from Manchester to Skegness. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 51 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains | 8 | 8h 15m | $100.67 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 4 | 9h 23m | $108.51 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 51 | 5h 1m | $106.61 |
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Manchester to Skegness start from $101, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 East Midlands Trains schedules to Skegness. East Midlands Trains in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Skegness trains arrive at Havenhouse and 3 other train stations.
From Manchester to Skegness train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 8 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Skegness faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Skegness start from $101, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Skegness. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport and one other station. And in Skegness trains arrive at Thorpe Culvert Station and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Skegness train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 9 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Skegness faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 24 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Skegness start from $101, and on average cost . Daily there are 51 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Skegness. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport and one other station. And in Skegness trains arrive at Skegness Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Manchester to Skegness train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 5 hours and 1 minutes. If you are looking to get to Skegness faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Manchester and Skegness is approximately 109 miles, or 175 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Manchester to Skegness are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 63 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Skegness to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Victoria
Manchester has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Skegness.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Victoria
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Airport
Where is the train station in Skegness?
Main arrival station: High St
There are more train stations and stops in Skegness than most cities. Most trains from Manchester will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Skegness:
Train stations in Skegness:
High St
Skegness Train Station
Havenhouse
Thorpe Culvert Station
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