What is the cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Colchester Zoo via Norwich and Osborne Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Colchester via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

The distance between Lowestoft and Colchester Zoo is 71 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 5h.

Where does the Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Colchester Zoo?

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There are 5 ways to get from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2h 51m
£33–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
5h
£11–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
4h 9m
Drive 68 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Colchester Zoocar 68 mi
1h 24m
£17–25
Train via Norwich
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwichtrain Lowestoft - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 54m
£42–80

Lowestoft to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Colchester Zoo, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Lowestoft to Ipswich hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Colchester Zoo via Norwich, Osborne Street, and Colchester Zoo in around 5h.

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