What is the cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Travel Centre via Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Lowestoft and Southend-on-Sea is 109 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 855+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsford
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
3h 47m
Drive 101.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea101.2 mi
2h 6m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 53m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 108.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Travel Centre via Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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