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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Folkestone?

The distance between Lowestoft and Folkestone is 179 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Folkestone train from?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Folkestone is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Lowestoft to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1168+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Lowestoft to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone 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 Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 15m
£59–168
Drive 163.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Folkestonecar 163.2 mi
3h 2m
£40–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 90
3. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 52m

Lowestoft to Folkestone by train

114Weekly Trains

4h 15mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lowestoft to Folkestone.

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Folkestone Central via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 15m.

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