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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Folkestone to Lowestoft?

The distance between Folkestone and Lowestoft is 178 miles. The road distance is 162.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Lowestoft is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Folkestone to Lowestoft.

Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1556+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Folkestone to Lowestoft - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone 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 Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
4h 25m
£50–177
Drive 161.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Lowestoftcar 161.2 mi
3h 7m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
5h 42m
£51–151

Folkestone to Lowestoft by train and bus

107Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 177.4 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Lowestoft via Stratford International, Stratford International Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 25m.

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