Cleethorpes to Manchester by train

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Overview: trains from Cleethorpes to Manchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cleethorpes to Manchester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:04 View journey
Last train 20:26 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 32m View journey
Distance (km) 147
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey AU$45.99 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 41m
Train operators 2

Going from Cleethorpes to Manchester by train

About to set off from Cleethorpes to Manchester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Cleethorpes and Manchester: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$45.99, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train timetable for travel between Cleethorpes and Manchester

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Cleethorpes to Manchester by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:04

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 20:26

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:05

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 20:26

  • Average number of daily trains: 35 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 2 minutes

Train travel time and distance from Cleethorpes to Manchester

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 32 minutes. The total distance travelled is 147 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Cleethorpes to Manchester?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Cleethorpes to Manchester

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Manchester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Cleethorpes to Manchester

Want to know more about your journey from Cleethorpes to Manchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Cleethorpes and Manchester by train is 147 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.