The average train between Leicester and Lowestoft takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Leicester to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lowestoft station.
Book your Leicester to Lowestoft train tickets online with Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Leicester and Lowestoft is 195.8 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Lowestoft via Ely and Norwich in around 4h 3m.