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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester is to train which costs £12 - £27 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Colchester. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Colchester?

The distance between Lowestoft and Colchester is 66 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £12 - £27.

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

The train from Lowestoft to Colchester takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Colchester is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Lowestoft to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Colchester.

Lowestoft to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lowestoft to Colchester by train, car, or bus

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 Colchestertrain Lowestoft - Colchester
1h 50m
£12–27
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Colchestercar 62.9 mi
1h 22m
£16–23
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
1h 58m
£27–53
Train via Norwich
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwichtrain Lowestoft - Norwich
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 5m
£18–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
3h 33m

Lowestoft to Colchester by train

3Weekly Trains

1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.7 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Lowestoft to Colchester 3 times a week. Tickets cost £12–27 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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