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The average train between Lowestoft and Manchester takes 6h 16m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Lowestoft to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 16m
Duration
241 mi
Distance
£133
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Lowestoft to Manchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Lowestoft and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowestoft is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 57m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 3m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 57m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 3m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 49m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 49m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 57m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways6h 3m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lowestoft to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Lowestoft to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 241 mi
  • Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Manchester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Norwich to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 4h 43m.

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