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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £45 - £75 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 6h 35m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Lowestoft station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Lowestoft?

The distance between Plymouth and Lowestoft is 348 miles. The road distance is 330.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £160 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Lowestoft bus from?

Plymouth to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Lowestoft train from?

Plymouth to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Lowestoft?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £160 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Plymouth to Lowestoft bus arrive?

Plymouth to Lowestoft bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Lowestoft train arrive?

Plymouth to Lowestoft train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Lowestoft is 331 miles. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Plymouth to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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Plymouth to Lowestoft - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Lowestoft by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
7h 10m
£161–307
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
12h 14m
£45–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
11h 48m
£69–165
Drive 328.7 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Lowestoftcar 328.7 mi
6h 35m
£81–116
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
10h 18m
£197–671
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
9h 26m
£156–685
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
11h 25m
£260–1,076

Plymouth to Lowestoft by train

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Distance: 345.6 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Ipswich in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 11h 48m.

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