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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Lowestoft is to bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Lowestoft?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich and arriving at Lowestoft. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Lowestoft?

The distance between Ipswich and Lowestoft is 49 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £23 - £45.

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

The train from Ipswich to Lowestoft takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lowestoft bus from?

Ipswich to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lowestoft train from?

Ipswich to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lowestoft is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Ipswich to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Ipswich to Lowestoft bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Norwich station.

Where does the Ipswich to Lowestoft train arrive?

Ipswich to Lowestoft train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Lowestoft station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Lowestoft is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Ipswich to Lowestoft.

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

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Ipswich to Lowestoft - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
1h 25m
£23–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to Norwichbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
2h 43m
£7–12
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Lowestoftcar 43.3 mi
1h 4m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Lowestofttaxi 43.3 mi
1h 4m
£90–110

Ipswich to Lowestoft by train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Lowestoft hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to Railway Station via Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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