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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Kent to Lowestoft?

The distance between Kent and Lowestoft is 196 miles. The road distance is 138.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Kent to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Lowestoft train from?

Kent to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Lowestoft is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Kent to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

Q: Is there a direct train between Kent and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Lowestoft via Ashford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
4h 52m
£46–163
Drive 137.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Lowestoftcar 137.9 mi
2h 45m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
6h 24m
£47–149
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
5h 25m
£49–161

Kent to Lowestoft by train

119Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.6 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Lowestoft via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Norwich in around 4h 52m.

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