The average train between Birmingham and Lowestoft takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Lowestoft. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Lowestoft? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Birmingham to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Birmingham to Lowestoft train tickets online with Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Birmingham and Lowestoft is 247.3 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Lowestoft via Ely and Norwich in around 5h 3m.