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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Lowestoft via Strood, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Lowestoft?

The distance between Maidstone and Lowestoft is 157 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft without a car is to train via Ipswich which takes 4h 37m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Lowestoft train from?

Maidstone to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Where does the Maidstone to Lowestoft train arrive?

Maidstone to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Lowestoft is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Maidstone to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Maidstone to Lowestoft - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft 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 via Ipswich
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
4h 37m
£47–159
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Lowestoftcar 129.7 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
6h 19m
£50–136
Train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
5h 3m
£37–133
Train via Chatham station
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
5h 57m
£55–158

Maidstone to Lowestoft by train and bus

107Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maidstone to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Lowestoft via London Bridge, London Bridge Bus Station, Liverpool Street Station, London Liverpool Street, and Ipswich in around 4h 37m.

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