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Manchester to Skegness trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Skegness takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Skegness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 14m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Doncaster

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain train
  2. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain train
  3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain train
4h 45m
£63–108

Manchester to Skegness train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Manchester and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Skegness at 10:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 168.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Skegness, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Skegness via Doncaster and Grantham in around 4h 45m.

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