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Lowestoft Maritime Museum
Compact museum on Lowestoft Ness covering local maritime history, shipwrecks and the town’s changing coastline. Ideal for understanding the area.
Take a train from Hastings to Lowestoft and enjoy the approximately 198 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 15:25.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 15:25 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Compact museum on Lowestoft Ness covering local maritime history, shipwrecks and the town’s changing coastline. Ideal for understanding the area.
Museum in Nicholas Everitt Park with exhibits on local life, industry and archaeology. A friendly stop for a broad introduction to Oulton Broad.
Museum and gallery in a grand Victorian house celebrating composer Benjamin Britten. Visit for music history, exhibitions and attractive gardens.
Sandy beach and broad promenade ideal for sea views, walks and classic seaside atmosphere. One of Lowestoft’s main visitor areas.
Northern promenade near the Ness and lighthouse, popular for coastal walks, benches and sunrise views over the North Sea.
Pleasant park by Oulton Broad with gardens, boating activity nearby and space for relaxed strolls. A favourite local green retreat.
A classic Suffolk fish meal of freshly landed cod or haddock in batter with chips. Lowestoft’s long fishing heritage makes it a must-try by the seafront.
Smoked herring, traditionally cured and smoked in East Anglia. It reflects the historic North Sea fishing trade and is a well-known regional breakfast or supper dish.
Small brown shrimp from the Norfolk and Suffolk coast, usually served simply in a sandwich or with lemon. A traditional local seafood snack.
Popular seafront seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and harbour views. Relaxed setting focused on fresh local catches.
Well-known traditional fish and chip shop and restaurant close to the seafront, valued for classic British portions and casual dining.
Stylish restaurant in a Victorian hotel serving modern British dishes. A good choice for a more refined meal near the coast.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in larger UK tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Lowestoft by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lowestoft, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hastings to Lowestoft trains use the Ore to Lowestoft station pair. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Lowestoft train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ore is 1 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
Ore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ore.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ore: Parking.
Available at Ore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platform 2 (to Ashford). Steps to platform 1 (to Brighton). Assistance Meeting Point is on the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Hastings has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hastings.
ATMs are available at Hastings.
Ticket office support is available at Hastings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hastings: Parking, WC.
Available at Hastings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hastings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Lowestoft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lowestoft.
Wi-Fi is available at Lowestoft. ATMs are available at Lowestoft.
Ticket office support is available at Lowestoft.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lowestoft: Parking, WC.
Available at Lowestoft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lowestoft: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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