What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Lowestoft via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The distance between Manchester and Lowestoft is 242 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Lowestoft without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £60 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Lowestoft?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Manchester to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lowestoft train from?

Manchester to Lowestoft train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or fly from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £100 - £550 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Lowestoft train arrive?

Manchester to Lowestoft train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Norwich station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Lowestoft is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Manchester to Lowestoft.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Lowestoft?

Book your Manchester to Lowestoft train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1550+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Manchester to Lowestoft - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Lowestoft by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to NorwichLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 52m
£64–163
Drive 211.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Lowestoft211.1 mi
4h 7m
£53–77
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)MAN - NWI
6h 50m
£103–522
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)LBA - NWI
7h 58m
£148–458

Manchester to Lowestoft by train

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5h 52mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–150 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, KLM, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI) 4 times a day.

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