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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Norwich and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Bournemouth via Ipswich, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

The distance between Lowestoft and Bournemouth is 231 miles. The road distance is 224 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus from?

Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Bournemouth train from?

Lowestoft to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Lowestoft station.

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Bournemouth is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouth.

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

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Lowestoft to Bournemouth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
5h 28m
£93–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
9h 37m
£32–51
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouthcar 222.7 mi
4h 38m
£56–81
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NWI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
10h 26m
£174–538
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 27m
£113–196
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NWI - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
8h 58m
£195–719
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
10h
£140–448

Lowestoft to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 229.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Bournemouth via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Bournemouth Station via Norwich and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 37m.

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