The average train between Harwich and Lowestoft takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Harwich to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Lowestoft station.
Book your Harwich to Lowestoft train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Harwich and Lowestoft is 67.3 km. The road distance is 144 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Lowestoft via Manningtree and Norwich in around 3h.