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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Dorset?

The distance between Lowestoft and Dorset is 279 miles. The road distance is 239.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Lowestoft to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Dorset bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Dorset?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 49m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Dorset is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Lowestoft to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2185+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Dorset 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 Norwich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 40m
£57–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus
11h 49m
Drive 238.5 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Dorsetcar 238.5 mi
4h 59m
£59–85
Train via Ipswich
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 Weymouthtrain
8h 11m
£67–205

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lowestoft to Dorset.

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Distance: 277.5 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Dorset via Norwich, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, Bus Station, and Tesco in around 11h 49m.

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