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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Lowestoft
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
196 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Lowestoft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Lowestoft will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Lowestoft every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:154h35
Leicester13:50Lowestoft
£221One-way
0 changes
08:144h21
Leicester12:35Lowestoft
£291One-way
0 changes
08:144h21
Leicester12:35Lowestoft
£291One-way
0 changes
09:154h35
Leicester13:50Lowestoft
£221One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Leicester to Lowestoft train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 Leicester | 4h35 | 09:50 Lowestoft | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:18 Leicester | 4h32 | 11:50 Lowestoft | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Lowestoft
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Lowestoft run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 19:16 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Lowestoft trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Lowestoft from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
£22
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£108
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£123
Cross Country frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Lowestoft train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to Lowestoft easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Lowestoft.
The train distance from Leicester to Lowestoft is 196 km.
The train journey from Leicester to Lowestoft covers a distance of 196 km and takes approximately 4h 23m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Leicester to Lowestoft, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Leicester to Lowestoft leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Leicester to Lowestoft departs at 19:16.
Booking trains from Leicester to Lowestoft in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Leicester to Lowestoft run approximately 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Lowestoft can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £36.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Lowestoft.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Lowestoft is by train, costing approximately £22.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Lowestoft.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Lowestoft is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Lowestoft station (LWT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to Lowestoft.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Lowestoft.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Lowestoft
Leicester
Lowestoft
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Lowestoft.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
The major train station for arrivals in Lowestoft is Lowestoft. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lowestoft for your journey to Lowestoft from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 17:05 Saturday 06:40 - 17:05 Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Food, drinks, newsagent, off licence
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: An accessible (radar key) toilet is located in the ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station courtyard
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Lowestoft
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop in station car park
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle stands and lockers on each platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oulton Broad North
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop near the level crossing on Bridge Road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oulton Broad South
- Onward travel information: Local Buses only
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transports picks up / drops of at the Flying Dutchman bus stops on Beccles Road.
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