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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 56m.

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 58m and costs £60 - £90.

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 Norwich, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Dorchester South via Ipswich, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Dorset?

The distance between Lowestoft and Dorset is 264 miles. The road distance is 240.1 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 7h 30m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m 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.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Dorset?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Dorset is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 56m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Dorset is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Lowestoft to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Dorset 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 Dorchester Southtrain
7h 30m
£103–201
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 South Stationbus 035
11h 56m
£38–63
Drive 238.7 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Dorsetcar 238.7 mi
4h 58m
£61–87
Fly, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NWI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain
12h 45m
£205–563

Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

20Weekly Planes

10h 3mAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.2 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Norwich, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 11h 56m.

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