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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Lowestoft?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Lowestoft. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Colchester to Lowestoft?

The distance between Colchester and Lowestoft is 66 miles. The road distance is 60.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £14 - £45.

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

The train from Colchester to Lowestoft takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lowestoft train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Lowestoft is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Colchester to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

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

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 Colchester to LowestoftColchester - Lowestoft
1h 52m
£14–45
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Lowestoft60.6 mi
1h 26m
£16–22
Train via Norwich
1. Take the train from Colchester to NorwichLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to LowestoftNorwich - Lowestoft
2h 24m
£18–56
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Ipswich to LowestoftIpswich - Lowestoft / ...
2h 33m
£22–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Railway Station93 / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to LowestoftIpswich - Lowestoft / ...
3h 30m

Colchester to Lowestoft by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.7 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Lowestoft once a week. Tickets cost £14–45 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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