What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Park Station and arriving at Bus Station via Stratford City Bus Station and Market Gates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Lowestoft via Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

The distance between Forest Gate and Lowestoft is 115 miles. The road distance is 109.8 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Lowestoft without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Lowestoft bus from?

Forest Gate to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Lowestoft train from?

Forest Gate to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Lowestoft is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Market Gates station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Lowestoft train arrive?

Forest Gate to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Lowestoft is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Forest Gate to Lowestoft.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Lowestoft?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
3h 37m
£55–107
Drive 109.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Lowestoftcar 109.1 mi
2h 20m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
5h 10m
£28–66
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
4h 33m
£58–111

Forest Gate to Lowestoft by train

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Lowestoft, England?

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Lowestoft via Stratford (London) and Ipswich in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gates 3 times a week. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h.

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