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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 13m.

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 10m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Railway Station via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

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 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The distance between Manchester and Lowestoft is 242 miles. The road distance is 212.8 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 50m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Manchester to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lowestoft bus from?

Manchester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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, bus or fly from Manchester to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lowestoft is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 13m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £420 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Manchester to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Manchester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

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 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Manchester to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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Manchester to Lowestoft - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Norwichtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 50m
£121–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
9h 13m
£35–72
Drive 211.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Lowestoftcar 211.6 mi
4h 10m
£52–75
Fly Manchester Airport to Norwich International Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane MAN - NWI
6h 7m
£107–413
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Norwichtrain
6h 44m
£129–395
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane LBA - NWI
8h 37m
£124–543

Manchester to Lowestoft by train

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Distance: 241 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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 £110–160 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Railway Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, and Bus Station in around 9h 13m.

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