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Compare train for Lewes to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £185 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £185, while a train costs an average of £185.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£185 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 15m sooner (3h 45m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around £185 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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FAQs: Lewes to Manchester
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- Around 13 coaches per day.
- Around 10 flights per day.
- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lewes and Manchester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Lewes station (LWS) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Coaches mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Southern to go to Manchester by train.
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