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 £40 - £60 and takes 3h 5m.

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 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Railway Station via London Victoria, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Lowestoft via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Lowestoft?

The distance between Folkestone and Lowestoft is 179 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 30m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Lowestoft bus from?

Folkestone to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Lowestoft train from?

Folkestone to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Lowestoft is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Folkestone to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Folkestone to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Lowestoft is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Folkestone to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
4h 30m
£46–170
Drive 161.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Lowestoft161.2 mi
3h 5m
£41–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
5h 51m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach StationA8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Station727 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
10h 25m

Folkestone to Lowestoft by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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 DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Railway Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 25m.

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