What is the cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Travel Centre via Norwich and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Lowestoft and Southend-on-Sea is 109 miles. The road distance is 104.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 905+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
3h 50m
£44–81
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
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
6h 34m
£15–23
Train, bus via Colchester
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
6h
Drive 103.5 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Seacar 103.5 mi
2h 3m
£26–37

Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea by train and bus

114Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.7 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Travel Centre via Norwich, Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1, and Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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