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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Sheerness is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Sheerness is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Sheerness?

The distance between Lowestoft and Sheerness is 160 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Sheerness without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Lowestoft to Sheerness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Sheerness train from?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Sheerness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Sheerness is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Lowestoft to Sheerness.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheerness?

There are 1206+ hotels available in Sheerness.

Lowestoft to Sheerness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Sheerness 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 Ipswich
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Sittingbourne
4h 54m
£44–170
Drive 143.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Sheerness143.2 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Sittingbourne
7h 37m
Bus, train via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Sittingbourne
8h 35m

Lowestoft to Sheerness by train

114Weekly Trains

4h 54mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Sheerness-on-Sea via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Sittingbourne in around 4h 54m.

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