Manchester to Grantham train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Grantham

Showing times and prices for Jan 09

Cheapest price

€34

Average price

€60

Fastest journey

2 h 4 m

Average duration

2 h 28 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Grantham will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Grantham on Fri, Jan 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jan 09 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .

On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.

East Midlands Trains
07:43AM2h27
Manchester
10:10AMGrantham
341One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
06:43AM2h28
Manchester
09:11AMGrantham
371One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
07:13AM2h04
Manchester
09:17AMGrantham
841One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
11:15AM2h53
Manchester
02:08PMGrantham
861One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Manchester to Grantham train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Grantham trains for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:34 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressL36636+london_north_eastern_railwayY11699
Delayed
8:36 AM 8:31 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
2h11
10:42 AM Grantham station (GRA)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12357
On time
8:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h26
11:09 AM Grantham station (GRA)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12357+northern_railY25429+london_north_eastern_railwayY11705
On time
8:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h59
11:42 AM Grantham station (GRA)
2 transfers
transpennine_expressL36642+london_north_eastern_railwayY11705
On time
9:32 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h10
11:42 AM Grantham station (GRA)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12360
On time
9:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h26
12:09 PM Grantham station (GRA)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12360+northern_railG90842+hull_trainsG08241
On time
9:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h24
12:07 PM Grantham station (GRA)
2 transfers
Friday, January 9
east_midlands_railway6:43 AM Manchester
2h28
9:11 AM Grantham0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express7:13 AM Manchester
2h04
9:17 AM Grantham0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway7:43 AM Manchester
2h27
10:10 AM Grantham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Grantham

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Trains from Manchester to Grantham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:34, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 2h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
124 km
Average train duration
2h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
01:34
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester to Grantham trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester and Grantham from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
€32
TransPennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
€30
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
€62
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
€45
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Grantham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Grantham can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Grantham is €62; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Grantham train travel time is 2 h 3 min   for the 123 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Grantham leaves at 00: 38. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Grantham leaves at 23: 13.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Grantham without having to change trains with east_midlands_trains. There is 1 direct train from Manchester to Grantham each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Grantham. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Grantham.
When taking a train from Manchester to Grantham, you can count on East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, LNER, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Grantham. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Grantham from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 13.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Grantham, located 0.6 miles (994 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Grantham from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Grantham by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Grantham including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester to Grantham

Manchester
Grantham
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Grantham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway 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. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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