The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Skegness
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Skegness will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Manchester Airport to Skegness you need to make at least 3 changes.










Live departures
Manchester Airport to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Skegness trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:38 Manchester Airport | 8h14 | 08:52 Skegness | 3 changes | |
![]() | 05:40 Manchester Airport | 4h14 | 09:54 Skegness | 3 changes | |
![]() | 05:48 Manchester Airport | 5h06 | 10:54 Skegness | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:44 Manchester Airport | 5h10 | 12:54 Skegness | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:48 Manchester Airport | 5h06 | 12:54 Skegness | 4 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Skegness by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Skegness
Trains from Manchester Airport to Skegness run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:17, the last at 09:17. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 09:17 |
Last train 09:17 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Skegness from £88. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Skegness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Skegness 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 Skegness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Skegness
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Level access to station and platforms. There is suitable access to and between platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with a very steep gradient. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platform.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road (A52) at the top of the Station Approach Road (3/4 mile)
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