The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
16
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W8468611:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£261One-way0 changes
W8472718:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)21:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£261One-way0 changes
W8473820:342h35Grimsby Town (GMB)23:09Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£271One-way0 changes
W8473419:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)22:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£271One-way0 changes
W846515:132h52Grimsby Town (GMB)8:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£281One-way0 changes
W846617:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£291One-way0 changes
W846678:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£321One-way0 changes
W8468611:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£261One-way0 changes
W846739:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£321One-way0 changes
W8468010:342h31Grimsby Town (GMB)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 30m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.46. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84656 | On time 6:30 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h35 | 9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84661 | On time 7:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84667 | On time 8:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84673 | On time 9:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84680 | On time 10:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84692 | On time 12:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84697 | On time 13:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84702 | On time 14:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84708 | On time 15:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84714 | On time 16:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84720 | On time 17:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84727 | On time 18:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84734 | On time 19:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h31 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84738 | On time 20:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h35 | 23:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
W84651 | 5:13 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h52 | 8:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:13 |
Last train 19:34 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Grimsby Town (GMB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby Town (GMB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Grimsby Town (GMB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Grimsby Town to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Grimsby Town (GMB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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