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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Lowestoft is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Stratford City Bus Station and Market Gates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Lowestoft via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Margate to Lowestoft?

The distance between Margate and Lowestoft is 200 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Margate to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Lowestoft bus from?

Margate to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Lowestoft train from?

Margate to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Margate to Lowestoft is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Margate to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Margate to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Margate to Lowestoft train arrive?

Margate to Lowestoft train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Margate to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Lowestoft is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Margate to Lowestoft.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
4h 56m
£97–193
Drive 166.4 mi
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1. Drive from Margate to Lowestoftcar 166.4 mi
3h 12m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to Bus Stationbus 022
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 491
7h 32m
£46–109

Margate to Lowestoft by train

109Weekly Trains

4h 56mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Lowestoft via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Bus Station via Bus Station, Ebbsfleet International station, Ebbsfleet International, Stratford International, Stratford City Bus Station, and Market Gates in around 7h 32m.

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