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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Chelmsford via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Chelmsford?

The distance between Lowestoft and Chelmsford is 88 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Chelmsford without a car is to train via Ipswich which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Lowestoft to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Chelmsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Chelmsford is to train via Ipswich which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Chelmsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Chelmsford is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Lowestoft to Chelmsford.

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

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

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Train via Ipswich
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 38m
£43–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1bus Uk007
5h 22m
£12–19
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Chelmsfordcar 85.8 mi
1h 43m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwichtrain Lowestoft - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Chelmsfordtrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 53m
£51–96

Lowestoft to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Chelmsford via Ipswich in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 via Norwich in around 5h 22m.

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