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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Spalding?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Spalding via Doncaster and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Manchester to Spalding?

The distance between Manchester and Spalding is 157 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Spalding without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 42m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Manchester to Spalding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Spalding train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Spalding train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Spalding?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Spalding is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Manchester to Spalding.

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

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Where can I stay near Spalding?

There are 397+ hotels available in Spalding.

Manchester to Spalding - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Spalding by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to DoncasterLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to PeterboroughLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 42m
£37–129
Drive 122 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Spalding122 mi
2h 30m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Lincoln Central
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus StationB5 / ...
6h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PeterboroughLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 16m
£58–161

Manchester to Spalding by train

81Weekly Trains

3h 42mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Spalding via Doncaster and Peterborough in around 3h 42m.

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