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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lowestoft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lowestoft will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 trains from London to Lowestoft, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from London to Lowestoft run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 2h 21m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Lowestoft.
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P01218 · P01417 | 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h42 | 10:42 AM Lowestoft station (LWT) | 1 transfer | |
P01218 · P01669 | 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h38 | 10:38 AM Lowestoft station (LWT) | 1 transfer | |
P01226 · P01675 | 9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h36 | 11:36 AM Lowestoft station (LWT) | 1 transfer | |
P01233 · P01681 | 10:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h36 | 12:36 PM Lowestoft station (LWT) | 1 transfer | |
P01241 · P01688 | 11:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h36 | 1:36 PM Lowestoft station (LWT) | 1 transfer |
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Trains from London to Lowestoft with Greater Anglia and Great Northern. Regional trains available on this route with Greater Anglia and Great Northern. 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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Lowestoft Railway Station -> Lowestoft Town Centre, Lowestoft
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Lowestoft.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Lowestoft trains use the London Liverpool Street to Lowestoft station pair, with some services arriving at Oulton Broad North. Use this guide to compare London and Lowestoft train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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.
Oulton Broad North is 1 km from Lowestoft city centre. Public transport options include:
Oulton Broad North has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oulton Broad North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oulton Broad North: Parking.
Available at Oulton Broad North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulton Broad North: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Oulton Broad South is 2 km from Lowestoft city centre. Public transport options include:
Oulton Broad South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oulton Broad South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oulton Broad South: Parking.
Available at Oulton Broad South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulton Broad South: Staff help available: 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Check train stations information for London and Lowestoft, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.