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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Preston is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Preston. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Preston via Norwich, Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Preston?

The distance between Lowestoft and Preston is 351 miles. The road distance is 246.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Preston without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 45m and costs £85 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lowestoft to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Preston train arrive?

Lowestoft to Preston train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Preston is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Lowestoft to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2152+ hotels available in Preston.

Lowestoft to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Lowestoft to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
5h 45m
£90–336
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Norwich to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 33m
£52–250
Drive 244.9 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Preston244.9 mi
4h 41m
£61–88
Fly Norwich International Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)NWI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
7h 7m
£108–529
Fly Norwich International Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)NWI - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Preston
8h 50m
£130–761
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Norwich to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
7h 15m
£100–366

Lowestoft to Preston by train, foot, and subway

133Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 348.6 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Preston via Norwich, London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 45m.

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