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Compare train and coach for Grimsby to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grimsby to Manchester Airport:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Grimsby to Manchester Airport costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 45m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 18m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Grimsby to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:34, the last at 09:34. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 9:34 |
Last train 9:34 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Grimsby to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Grimsby and Manchester Airport from £27. 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 to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Manchester Airport
Most Grimsby to Manchester Airport trains use the Grimsby Town to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Grimsby and Manchester Airport 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 Grimsby Docks from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Docks train station facilities and services
Grimsby Docks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Docks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Docks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Docks: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Docks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is step free, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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