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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Poole Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Lowestoft via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Poole to Lowestoft?

The distance between Poole and Lowestoft is 236 miles. The road distance is 223.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Poole to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Lowestoft bus from?

Poole to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Lowestoft train from?

Poole to Lowestoft train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Poole to Lowestoft is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Poole to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Poole to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Poole to Lowestoft train arrive?

Poole to Lowestoft train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Lowestoft is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Poole to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
6h 1m
£52–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
9h 12m
Drive 222.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Lowestoft222.4 mi
4h 47m
£56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)SOU - NWI
7h 52m
£209–637
Bus via Seldown Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
9h 22m

Poole to Lowestoft by train and subway

104Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Lowestoft via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 12m.

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