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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Lowestoft is to bus which costs £21 - £70 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Parkside and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Lowestoft via Ely and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Leicester to Lowestoft?

The distance between Leicester and Lowestoft is 160 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Leicester to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lowestoft bus from?

Leicester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lowestoft train from?

Leicester to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Leicester to Lowestoft is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Leicester to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the Leicester to Lowestoft train arrive?

Leicester to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Lowestoft is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Leicester to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Lowestoft by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
4h 4m
£80–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Parksidebus 777
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
6h 10m
£22–67
Drive 142.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Lowestoftcar 142.7 mi
2h 54m
£36–51

Leicester to Lowestoft by train

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Distance: 159 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Lowestoft via Ely and Norwich in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Station via Parkside and Bus Station in around 6h 10m.

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