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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lowestoft to Manchester
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lowestoft to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lowestoft to Manchester will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lowestoft for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:505h45Lowestoft13:35Manchester£1491One-way0 changes
- 7:505h45Lowestoft13:35Manchester£1491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lowestoft to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lowestoft to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £63, and a flight costs an average of £579.
Distance: 289 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£120 Average Price Cheapest | £579 Average Price |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lowestoft to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Lowestoft to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:34 Lowestoft | 6h01 | 12:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Lowestoft | 5h45 | 13:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Lowestoft | 5h45 | 14:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 9:48 Lowestoft | 5h47 | 15:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 10:57 Lowestoft | 5h38 | 16:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 11:48 Lowestoft | 5h47 | 17:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 12:57 Lowestoft | 5h38 | 18:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 13:48 Lowestoft | 5h47 | 19:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 14:57 Lowestoft | 5h38 | 20:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 15:48 Lowestoft | 5h47 | 21:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 23:30 Lowestoft | 11h05 | 10:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lowestoft to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lowestoft to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 18:48 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia from Lowestoft to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Lowestoft and Manchester from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lowestoft to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lowestoft to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lowestoft and Manchester
Most Lowestoft to Manchester trains use the Lowestoft to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Lowestoft and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lowestoft station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Lowestoft from Lowestoft city centre
Lowestoft train station facilities and services
Lowestoft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lowestoft.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lowestoft. ATMs are available at Lowestoft.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lowestoft.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lowestoft: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lowestoft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lowestoft: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Oulton Broad North from Lowestoft city centre
Oulton Broad North is 1 km from Lowestoft city centre. Public transport options include:
Oulton Broad North train station facilities and services
Oulton Broad North has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oulton Broad North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulton Broad North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulton Broad North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulton Broad North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Lowestoft arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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