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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Railway Station via Long Reach, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Lowestoft via Victoria station, London Liverpool Street and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Lowestoft?

The distance between Whitstable and Lowestoft is 181 miles. The road distance is 151.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft without a car is to train via Ipswich which takes 5h 34m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Lowestoft bus from?

Whitstable to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Lowestoft train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft is to train via Ipswich which takes 5h 34m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Whitstable to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Whitstable to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Whitstable to Lowestoft train arrive?

Whitstable to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Lowestoft is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Whitstable to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Lowestoft.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable 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 Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
5h 34m
£52–157
Drive 150.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Lowestoft150.6 mi
2h 56m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station491 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX21 / ...
9h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Stratford International
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwich
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestoft
5h 54m
£44–141
Train via Rainham (Kent)
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Woolwich Arsenal
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswich
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
6h 3m
£60–159

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Lowestoft.

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Lowestoft via London Victoria, Victoria station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, and Ipswich in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Railway Station via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 24m.

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