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 £14 - £22 and takes 1h 27m.

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 27m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Colchester High Street Stop and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Lowestoft via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Colchester to Lowestoft?

The distance between Colchester and Lowestoft is 87 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 via Norwich which takes 2h 23m and costs £20 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Colchester to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lowestoft bus from?

Colchester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Colchester High Street Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lowestoft train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Colchester to Lowestoft is to train via Norwich which takes 2h 23m and costs £20 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Colchester to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Colchester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Norwich station.

Where does the Colchester to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Lowestoft is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Colchester to Lowestoft.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester 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 via Norwich
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain Norwich - Lowestoft / ...
2h 23m
£20–55
Drive 60.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Lowestoftcar 60.6 mi
1h 27m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colchester High Street Stop to Norwichbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
3h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
2h 31m
£22–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Railway Stationbus 93 / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
3h 29m

Colchester to Lowestoft by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 86.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Lowestoft via Norwich in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colchester High Street Stop to Railway Station via Bus Station in around 3h 31m.

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