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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lowestoft to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 29 Nov
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
289 km
Cheap tickets
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 £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Lowestoft for Manchester every day 2 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 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.
06:405h55
Lowestoft12:35Manchester
£501One-way
0 changes
07:485h47
Lowestoft13:35Manchester
£1541One-way
0 changes
07:485h47
Lowestoft13:35Manchester
£1541One-way
0 changes
06:405h55
Lowestoft12:35Manchester
£501One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Lowestoft to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Lowestoft to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 21:29
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:40 Lowestoft | 5h55 | 12:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Lowestoft | 5h47 | 13:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lowestoft to Manchester
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Trains from Lowestoft to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 5h 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 19:46 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Lowestoft to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Lowestoft and Manchester from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£50
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 42m
Cheapest Price
£74
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
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.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
The cost of a train ticket from Lowestoft to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £128.
The train journey from Lowestoft to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the East Anglian countryside, passing through areas such as the Norfolk Broads, before transitioning into more industrial and urban settings as they approach Manchester.
Booking trains from Lowestoft to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lowestoft to Manchester covers a distance of 289 km and takes approximately 5h 41m. Trains run 3 per day.
A day trip from Lowestoft to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 41m one way. There are 3 train trips available per day.
To travel from Lowestoft to Manchester, you can take a train.
The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £62.
The train distance from Lowestoft to Manchester is 289 km.
The train station in Lowestoft that goes to Manchester is Lowestoft station (LWT), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The last train from Lowestoft to Manchester departs at 19:46.
The first train from Lowestoft to Manchester leaves at 0:06.
Trains from Lowestoft to Manchester run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Lowestoft to Manchester.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lowestoft to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Lowestoft to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lowestoft to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lowestoft and Manchester
Lowestoft
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Lowestoft is Lowestoft. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lowestoft for your trip from Lowestoft to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 17:05 Saturday 06:40 - 17:05 Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Food, drinks, newsagent, off licence
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: An accessible (radar key) toilet is located in the ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station courtyard
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Lowestoft
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop in station car park
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle stands and lockers on each platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oulton Broad North
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop near the level crossing on Bridge Road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oulton Broad South
- Onward travel information: Local Buses only
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transports picks up / drops of at the Flying Dutchman bus stops on Beccles Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Ashburys. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashburys for your journey to Manchester from Lowestoft.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Dining
- Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Ashburys
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Pottery Lane (A6010) under railway bridge.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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