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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Dover is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pencester Road via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Dover. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Dover Priory via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Dover?

The distance between Lowestoft and Dover is 186 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Dover without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Lowestoft to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Dover bus from?

Lowestoft to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Market Gates station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Dover?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Dover is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £150 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Dover bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Dover is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Lowestoft to Dover.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Lowestoft to Dover by train, bus, or car

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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 Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
4h 30m
£89–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Gates to Stratford City Bus Stationbus 491
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 7m
£41–149
Drive 168.8 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Dovercar 168.8 mi
3h 10m
£42–61

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Dover Priory via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Pencester Road via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 7m.

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