The average train between Manchester and Cleethorpes takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Cleethorpes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Cleethorpes. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Cleethorpes at 11:55 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Cleethorpes station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.
Manchester to Cleethorpes train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Cleethorpes train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Cleethorpes station.
Book your Manchester to Cleethorpes train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Cleethorpes is 146 km. The road distance is 180 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cleethorpes hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 40m.