The average train between Preston and Lowestoft takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 every 2 hours between Preston and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
Preston to Lowestoft train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Lowestoft train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Preston to Lowestoft train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Lowestoft is 330 km. The road distance is 446 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Lowestoft via Leeds, Peterborough, and Norwich in around 7h 32m.