The average train between Bristol and Lowestoft takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Lowestoft. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Lowestoft? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Lowestoft station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
Bristol to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Lowestoft station.
Book your Bristol to Lowestoft train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bristol and Lowestoft is 318.7 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 5h 33m.