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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Lowestoft via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Dover to Lowestoft?

The distance between Dover and Lowestoft is 186 miles. The road distance is 167 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Dover to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Lowestoft train from?

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

Where does the Dover to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Lowestoft is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Dover to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1592+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
4h 35m
£46–167
Drive 166 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Lowestoftcar 166 mi
3h 13m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
5h 53m
£49–143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Upminsterbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Railway Stationbus 93 / ...
4. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
8h 56m

Dover to Lowestoft by train

107Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Lowestoft via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 35m.

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