Trains to Sudbury (Suffolk) from Manchester
| First train | 18:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:30 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Sudbury (Suffolk) | |
| Journey time | From 13h 5m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (257 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Manchester to Sudbury (Suffolk) in 13 hours 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Sudbury (Suffolk)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours 5 minutes to travel the 160 miles (257 km) from Manchester to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train, although you can get there in as little as 13 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or TransPennine Express to Sudbury (Suffolk). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Sudbury (Suffolk) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sudbury (Suffolk) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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