Manchester to Lowestoft by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Manchester to Lowestoft? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 290 kilometres.

Train travel between Manchester and Lowestoft: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Manchester to Lowestoft:

  • Cheapest tickets: €131.96

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 months in advance.

Manchester to Lowestoft daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Lowestoft on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 16 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:53: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:56: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:55: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:28: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 54 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Manchester to Lowestoft

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 5 hours and 18 minutes, spanning 290 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Manchester and Lowestoft go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Manchester and Lowestoft 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Manchester to Lowestoft travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Lowestoft.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Manchester to Lowestoft by train?

The train route from Manchester to Lowestoft covers 290 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The lowest price on this route is €131.96. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

How far in advance can I book my Manchester to Lowestoft train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 4 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The fastest journey by train is 5 hours and 18 minutes.