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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Lowestoft via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Chatham to Lowestoft?

The distance between Chatham and Lowestoft is 163 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Chatham to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Lowestoft train from?

Chatham to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Chatham to Lowestoft is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Chatham to Lowestoft train arrive?

Chatham to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Lowestoft is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Chatham to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Chatham to Lowestoft - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chatham to Lowestoft by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
4h 22m
£33–118
Drive 123.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chatham to Lowestoftcar 123.3 mi
2h 32m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
6h 17m
£48–113
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Chatham to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
4h 51m
£47–152

Chatham to Lowestoft by train

119Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Lowestoft via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Norwich in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gates 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 3h.

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