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East Anglia Transport Museum
Open-air transport museum with vintage trams, trolleybuses, and buses; a popular family visit just outside central Lowestoft.
Trains from Manchester to Lowestoft run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 4h 17m.
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lowestoft trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:43 AM Manchester | 6h07 | 2:50 PM Lowestoft | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Lowestoft with East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, and CrossCountry. High-speed trains available on this route with East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, and Transpennine Express. Regional trains available on this route with East Midlands Railway and Greater Anglia. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Open-air transport museum with vintage trams, trolleybuses, and buses; a popular family visit just outside central Lowestoft.
Compact local museum with displays on fishing, maritime life, archaeology, and everyday Lowestoft history in a central location.
Museum in the composer’s former home exploring Benjamin Britten’s life, music, and creative links to the Suffolk coast.
Britain’s most easterly point, marked by a compass monument and open sea views; a classic Lowestoft photo stop at sunrise.
Wide sandy beach and traditional promenade popular for walking, sea views, and easy access to classic resort attractions.
Scenic broadside area for waterside walks, sailing views, and sunsets, giving a different side of Lowestoft beyond the beach.
Fresh herring landed on the Suffolk coast, often grilled, pickled or smoked. It reflects Lowestoft's long fishing heritage and North Sea seafood trade.
Smoked haddock is a classic East Coast staple, cured for a rich flavour and commonly served for breakfast or in creamy fish dishes.
Cromer crab from the nearby Norfolk coast is prized for sweet brown and white meat. It is a regional seafood favourite in salads and sandwiches.
Well-known casual seafood stop by the coast, valued for fish and chips and straightforward seaside dining.
Popular seafront seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic British dishes in a relaxed coastal setting.
Established pub and dining venue serving British favourites, local ales and carvery-style meals in a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, but summer weekends raise hotel prices and family attractions add to daily costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes only if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Lowestoft by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lowestoft, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Lowestoft trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Lowestoft station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Lowestoft train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Lowestoft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lowestoft.
Wi-Fi is available at Lowestoft. ATMs are available at Lowestoft.
Ticket office support is available at Lowestoft.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lowestoft: Parking, WC.
Available at Lowestoft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lowestoft: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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