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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horsebridge via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Whitstable via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Whitstable?

The distance between Lowestoft and Whitstable is 167 miles. The road distance is 151.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Whitstable is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Lowestoft to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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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 Whitstable
5h 2m
£55–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Gates to Stratford City Bus Station491
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Long Reach022 / ...
8h 57m
£35–140
Drive 150.9 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Whitstable150.9 mi
2h 58m
£38–54
Train via Rainham (Kent)
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Rainham (Kent)
5h 29m
£61–165

Lowestoft to Whitstable by train

84Weekly Trains

5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Whitstable via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Long Reach in around 8h 57m.

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