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Trains from Manchester Stations to Lincoln (LCN)

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20

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

02:42 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Lincoln , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Lincoln is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 32 mins.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Lincoln.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:42
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:22
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    16:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    17:58
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    18:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:13
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    19:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:13
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:13
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    21:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:43
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    22:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:13
    8 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    06:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:30
    8 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    06:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:52
    7 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    07:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lincoln
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lincoln

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Lincoln

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Lincoln vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Lincoln can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & Lincoln. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Lincoln.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Lincoln, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.