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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lowestoft?

The distance between Cardiff and Lowestoft is 267 miles. The road distance is 256.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £75 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lowestoft bus from?

Cardiff to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lowestoft train from?

Cardiff to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £750 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Cardiff to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Lowestoft train arrive?

Cardiff to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lowestoft is 257 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Cardiff to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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Cardiff to Lowestoft - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
5h 50m
£80–196
Drive 255.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lowestoftcar 255.4 mi
5h 3m
£62–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
9h 16m
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
8h 6m
£216–725
Bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
10h 31m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
7h 42m
£83–693

Cardiff to Lowestoft by train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 265.9 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lowestoft, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 16m.

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