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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Skegness via Doncaster and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Skegness?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Skegness is 172 miles. The road distance is 126.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Skegness without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 5h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Greater Manchester to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Skegness bus from?

Greater Manchester to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Skegness train from?

Greater Manchester to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Skegness?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Skegness is to train via Doncaster which takes 5h 48m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Skegness bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Skegness is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Greater Manchester to Skegness.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
5h 48m
£67–114
Drive 125.6 mi
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1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Skegnesscar 125.6 mi
2h 38m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 151
9h 54m
£41–99
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
6h 3m
£82–127

Greater Manchester to Skegness by bus and train

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Skegness, England?

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Skegness via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Doncaster, and Grantham in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Raby Street to Lumley Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 54m.

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