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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Bournemouth via Ipswich, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

The distance between Lowestoft and Bournemouth is 231 miles. The road distance is 236.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus from?

Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Bournemouth is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Lowestoft to Bournemouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
5h 16m
£99–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
9h 20m
£49–118
Drive 235 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Bournemouthcar 235 mi
4h 11m
£58–84
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NWI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
7h 22m
£156–405
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NWI - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
8h 18m
£171–521

Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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Distance: 229.2 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Bournemouth via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 20m.

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