How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Lincoln?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Lincoln start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Lincoln?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Lincoln is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 72 miles (116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 4m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Lincoln route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Lincoln?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Lincoln at 4:43pm. And the latest train departs at 4:43pm.

What 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.

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

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Lincoln?

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

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.

Train Manchester to Lincoln from $72

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Next departures for Manchester to Lincoln on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 56m	11:39pm	Lincoln	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 47m	11:30am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	10:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 48m	1:31pm	Lincoln	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 49m	6:32pm	Lincoln	No tags
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 4m	7:47pm	Lincoln	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 3 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 4mAverage Duration

72 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$72 - $72	Average Duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Lincoln by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Lincoln?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Lincoln start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Lincoln?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Lincoln is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 72 miles (116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 4m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Lincoln route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Lincoln?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Lincoln at 4:43pm. And the latest train departs at 4:43pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Lincoln?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Lincoln?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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.