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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lowestoft to London
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Oct
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£26
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£46
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
3 h 4 m
Trains on 29 Oct
5
Distance
168 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lowestoft to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lowestoft to London will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 5 trains from Lowestoft to London, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
13:48 3h03 Lowestoft 16:51 London £26 1 One-way 0 changes12:48 3h03 Lowestoft 15:51 London £27 1 One-way 0 changes21:07 2h50 Lowestoft 23:57 London £49 1 One-way 0 changes16:06 3h11 Lowestoft 19:17 London £63 1 One-way 0 changes15:06 3h11 Lowestoft 18:17 London £64 1 One-way 0 changes
21:07 2h50 Lowestoft 23:57 London £49 1 One-way 0 changes13:48 3h03 Lowestoft 16:51 London £26 1 One-way 0 changes12:48 3h03 Lowestoft 15:51 London £27 1 One-way 0 changes16:06 3h11 Lowestoft 19:17 London £63 1 One-way 0 changes15:06 3h11 Lowestoft 18:17 London £64 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lowestoft to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lowestoft to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 26m.
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 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Lowestoft to London trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lowestoft to London.
The cost of a train ticket from Lowestoft to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Lowestoft to London covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Lowestoft to London is 168 km.
The first train from Lowestoft to London leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Lowestoft to London departs at 22:47.
Trains from Lowestoft to London run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lowestoft to London.
Live departures
Lowestoft to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Lowestoft to London trains for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01685 · P01279 | On time 11:47 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 3h00 | 14:47 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| P01693 · P67116 | On time 12:47 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 3h00 | 15:47 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Greater Anglia as well as Great Northern offer trains services from Lowestoft to London.
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Lowestoft to London trainsGreater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Lowestoft and London from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greater Anglia Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£12
Greater Anglia frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£79
Great Northern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lowestoft and London
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Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lowestoft to London.
There is no night train service from Lowestoft to London.
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Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- £20-40 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- £80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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Booking trains from Lowestoft to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Lowestoft to London.
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Important Stations and Airports in Lowestoft and London
Most Lowestoft to London trains use the Lowestoft to London Liverpool Street station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Lowestoft and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Lowestoft
Arrival train stations in London
Which Lowestoft station do trains to London leave from?
Trains from Lowestoft to London leave from Lowestoft. The station is from Lowestoft city centre at Lowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG.
LowestoftLowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG+44 8450507080forcarparkqueriesonly
City-centre transport
Getting to Lowestoft from Lowestoft city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport stop in station car park
Lowestoft train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Lowestoft.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lowestoft. ATMs are available at Lowestoft.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lowestoft.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lowestoft: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lowestoft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Oulton Broad SouthOulton Broad South station, Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR33 8QX
City-centre transport
Getting to Oulton Broad South from Lowestoft city centre
Oulton Broad South is 2 km from Lowestoft city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLowestoft - Ipswich, Lowestoft - Harwich International, Norwich - Beccles, Lowestoft - Colchester, Lowestoft - Woodbridge · 5m · £1 · every ~2 min
BusSjl2 · 10m
106 · 13m · £2 · every ~2 min
Oulton Broad South train station facilities and services
Oulton Broad South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oulton Broad South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulton Broad South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulton Broad South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulton Broad South: 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.
Oulton Broad NorthOulton Broad North station, Bridge Street, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR32 3LJ+44 8456007245
City-centre transport
Getting to Oulton Broad North from Lowestoft city centre
Oulton Broad North is 1 km from Lowestoft city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIpswich - Norwich, Lowestoft - Norwich, Lowestoft - Cambridge, Beccles - Norwich, Lowestoft - Stansted Airport · 3m · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus105, 122 · 16m · £2 · every ~10 min
Oulton Broad North train station facilities and services
Oulton Broad North has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oulton Broad North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulton Broad North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulton Broad North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulton Broad North: 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.
Which London station do trains from Lowestoft arrive at?
Trains from Lowestoft to London most often arrive at London Liverpool Street. Some services arrive at London Waterloo, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth · 11m · £2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · £4 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · £1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · £3 · every ~94 min
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £1 · every ~86 min
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £14 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Train stations for Lowestoft to London
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The train station in Lowestoft that goes to London is Lowestoft, and it arrives at London Liverpool Street.
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