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It takes an average of 10h 6m to travel from Manchester to Lewes by train, over a distance of around 204 miles (328 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Lewes and tickets for this journey start from £60.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:37 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Lewes | |
| Journey time | From 5h 3m | |
| Distance | 204 miles (328 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £60.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Southern |
Travelling from Manchester to Lewes by train
Looking to travel from Manchester to Lewes by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 6 minutes to travel from Manchester to Lewes by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 3 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 204 miles (328 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Lewes, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Lewes. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester to Lewes in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £60.80.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Lewes?
The price of train tickets from Manchester to Lewes starts at £60.80 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.