The average train between Manchester and Lewes takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Manchester to Lewes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Lewes. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Lewes at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Lewes? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Lewes station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Manchester to Lewes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Lewes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lewes station.
Book your Manchester to Lewes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Southern.
The distance between Manchester and Lewes is 327.8 km. The road distance is 378 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lewes via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 40m.