What is the cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Clacton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Clacton-on-Sea via Ipswich and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

The distance between Lowestoft and Clacton-on-Sea is 84 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

How do I travel from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £26 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea train from?

Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Lowestoft station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea train arrive?

Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Clacton-on-Sea?

There are 910+ hotels available in Clacton-on-Sea.

Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea 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 Lowestoft to IpswichLowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 2m
£27–63
Drive 68.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea68.6 mi
1h 33m
£18–25
Bus, train, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX22 / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Manningtree
3. Take the bus from Station to Railway Station2
4h 47m
Train via Norwich
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwich
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchester
3. Take the train from Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea
3h 10m
£28–66
Train, bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Street93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stanwell Street to Pier Avenue76 / ...
4h 50m

Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 2mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Clacton-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Clacton-on-Sea via Ipswich and Colchester in around 3h 2m.

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