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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Lowestoft via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Lowestoft?

The distance between Chelmsford and Lowestoft is 88 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lowestoft bus from?

Chelmsford to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Lowestoft train from?

Chelmsford to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Lowestoft bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Lowestoft train arrive?

Chelmsford to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Lowestoft is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Chelmsford to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to IpswichLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to LowestoftIpswich - Lowestoft / ...
3h 4m
£28–64
Drive 82.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Lowestoft82.9 mi
1h 46m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Osborne Street371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Railway Station93 / ...
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
5h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
5h 58m

Chelmsford to Lowestoft by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Lowestoft via Ipswich in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Railway Station via Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 58m.

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