What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Skegness via Doncaster and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Manchester to Skegness?

The distance between Manchester and Skegness is 169 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Skegness without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 43m and costs £30 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Skegness?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Manchester to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Skegness train from?

Manchester to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Skegness train arrive?

Manchester to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Skegness is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Manchester to Skegness.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Skegness?

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1470+ hotels available in Skegness.

Manchester to Skegness - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Skegness by train or car

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 43m
£33–110
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
4h 49m
£29–109
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Skegnesscar 126 mi
2h 37m
£31–45

Manchester to Skegness by train

82Weekly Trains

4h 43mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Skegness.

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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 43m.

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