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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Lowestoft via Peterborough and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Retford to Lowestoft?

The distance between Retford and Lowestoft is 170 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Retford to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Lowestoft train from?

Retford to Lowestoft train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Retford to Lowestoft train arrive?

Retford to Lowestoft train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Retford to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Lowestoft is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Retford to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

Retford to Lowestoft - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Retford 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
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Norwich
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestoft
4h 19m
£33–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Peterborough
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Market PlaceB / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
5h 30m
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Lowestoft149.1 mi
2h 51m
£38–54

Retford to Lowestoft by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Lowestoft via Peterborough and Norwich in around 4h 19m.

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