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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Grantham | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Grantham | Manchester Piccadilly | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Grantham | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
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Get from Grantham to Manchester
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 517, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 517
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grantham to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Grantham to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Grantham to Manchester start from R 517. The average price for this train route is around R 713. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Grantham to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Grantham to Manchester is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 124 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 32m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Grantham to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Grantham to Manchester?
The earliest train from Grantham to Manchester departs at 07:55. And the latest train departs at 19:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Grantham to Manchester was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 544To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Grantham to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 544 to R 758 for a train ticket from Grantham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 544, which is on 2025-12-24.
