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 5h.

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 5h 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 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Dorset?

The distance between Lowestoft and Dorset is 279 miles. The road distance is 237.8 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 49m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m 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 49m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 1m.

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 238 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Lowestoft to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2221+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

There are 5 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)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 49m
£63–220
Drive 236.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Dorset236.4 mi
5h
£59–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Street
3. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station
10h 44m
£63–133
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouth
8h 16m
£64–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station035
12h 1m

Lowestoft to Dorset by train and bus

69Weekly Services

10h 44mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.5 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 12h 1m.

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