What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Railway Station via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Lowestoft via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

The distance between Basingstoke and Lowestoft is 170 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Lowestoft without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £55 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Lowestoft bus from?

Basingstoke to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Lowestoft train from?

Basingstoke to Lowestoft train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Lowestoft train arrive?

Basingstoke to Lowestoft train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Lowestoft is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Basingstoke to Lowestoft.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Lowestoft?

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Basingstoke to Lowestoft - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
5h 4m
£58–162
Drive 164.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Lowestoftcar 164.9 mi
3h 42m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
8h 38m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
7h 25m
£236–679
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane LHR - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
8h 7m
£192–738

Basingstoke to Lowestoft by train and subway

104Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Lowestoft, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Lowestoft via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Railway Station via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Bus Station in around 8h 38m.

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