How to travel from London to Lowestoft

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Compare train and bus for London to Lowestoft

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lowestoft among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr208 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr208, while a train costs an average of kr369.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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kr369

Average price

kr208

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Cheapest

kr399

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

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30m

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5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

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3h 17m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Lowestoft is a bus with an average price of kr208.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Lowestoft:

A bus is kr161 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lowestoft costing on average kr369.

The fastest way to travel from London to Lowestoft is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Lowestoft take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Lowestoft including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Lowestoft among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 39m faster (2h 38m by train vs 3h 17m by car) and roughly kr30 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr369 vs kr399). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Lowestoft

How to get from London to Lowestoft by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Lowestoft is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    3:00 PM5h27
    London
    8:27 PMLowestoft
    kr2161One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    3:00 PM5h27
    London
    8:27 PMLowestoft
    kr2161One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    3:00 PM5h27
    London
    8:27 PMLowestoft
    kr2161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Lowestoft

Travel to Lowestoft easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Lowestoft.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Lowestoft including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Lowestoft is a bus with an average price of kr208.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Lowestoft:

A bus is kr161 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lowestoft costing on average kr369.

The fastest way to travel from London to Lowestoft is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Lowestoft take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 17m.

The distance from London to Lowestoft is approximately 104 miles (168 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Lowestoft is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Lowestoft as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Lowestoft:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Liverpool Street (LST) and arrive in Lowestoft station (LWT).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Lowestoft, Gordon Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Lowestoft, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Lowestoft by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Lowestoft by train.
Omio customers who travel from London to Lowestoft often also extend their vacation to go to Norwich station (NRW), Amsterdam, Stratford (London) (SRA), London Liverpool Street (LST), Norwich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lowestoft and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lowestoft to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To enjoy the main attractions and the coastal charm of Lowestoft, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended. This allows time to explore the beautiful beaches, visit the local museums, and experience the vibrant marina.

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