Lowestoft to Manchester by train

Going from Lowestoft to Manchester by train

About to set off from Lowestoft to Manchester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Lowestoft to Manchester

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lowestoft to Manchester:

• Cheapest ticket: €285.04

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Lowestoft to Manchester departure timetable

On this route, 12 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Lowestoft at 05:25 and the last leaving at 23:30 during the week.

For weekend travel to Manchester, the earliest departure is at 06:07 and the last one is at 23:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 58 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Lowestoft to Manchester

The swiftest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 23 minutes, crossing a total distance of 290 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Lowestoft and Manchester?

You can secure tickets for travel between Lowestoft and Manchester up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Maximising your travels to Manchester

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Manchester.