The average train between Dover and Lowestoft takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 11:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Dover to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Lowestoft station.
Book your Dover to Lowestoft train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Dover and Lowestoft is 153 km. The road distance is 298 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Lowestoft via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 36m.