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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Canterbury is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Canterbury West via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Canterbury?

The distance between Lowestoft and Canterbury is 179 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Lowestoft to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Canterbury bus from?

Lowestoft to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Market Gates station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Canterbury is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £150 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Canterbury bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Canterbury is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Lowestoft to Canterbury.

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

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

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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 Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain
4h 17m
£84–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Gates to Stratford City Bus Stationbus 491
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
8h 22m
£38–146
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Canterburycar 154.1 mi
2h 53m
£39–56

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Canterbury West via Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Market Gates, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 8h 22m.

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