Train from Manchester to Lincoln: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Lincoln on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
LincolnNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
LincolnNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
LincolnNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
LincolnNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
LincolnNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Lincoln

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 3 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 4mAverage duration
72 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Train
Average price£56 - £56Average duration3h 4m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£10 - £10Average duration1h 40m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Lincoln by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Lincoln?

    The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Lincoln start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Manchester to Lincoln?

    The average train journey time from Manchester to Lincoln is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 72 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Manchester to Lincoln route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, Northern.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Lincoln?

    The earliest train from Manchester to Lincoln departs at 16:43. And the latest train departs at 16:43.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Lincoln?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Manchester to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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