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

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

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

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Lowestoft is 111 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft, including transfers.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft.

Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1548+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus StationX30 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
4h 32m
Drive 101.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Lowestoft101.1 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
6h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 110 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Railway Station via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 47m.

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