The cheapest and fastest trains from Lowestoft to London
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
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 £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lowestoft for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lowestoft to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lowestoft to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 168 km
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£38 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lowestoft to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Lowestoft to London trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y82845 · Y09419 | On time 06:10 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 2h47 | 08:57 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
Y82849 · Y09424 | On time 06:38 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 2h47 | 09:25 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
Y83574 · Y09436 | On time 07:33 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 2h46 | 10:19 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
Y83579 · Y09442+ P19869 | On time 07:50 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 3h20 | 11:10 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 changes | |
Y83579 · Y09442 | On time 07:50 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 2h57 | 10:47 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
Y82858 · Y09451 | On time 09:06 Lowestoft station (LWT) | 2h41 | 11:47 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 05:06 Lowestoft | 2h48 | 07:54 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lowestoft to London
Trains from Lowestoft to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Lowestoft to London trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Lowestoft and London from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lowestoft to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lowestoft to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lowestoft and London
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 17:05 Saturday 06:40 - 17:05 Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
- Type of shops available: Food, drinks, newsagent, off licence
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: An accessible (radar key) toilet is located in the ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station courtyard
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop in station car park
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle stands and lockers on each platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop near the level crossing on Bridge Road.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 10:40 Saturday 08:00 - 15:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: No rail replacement bus services operate from this station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:0015:00 - 19:00 Saturday 10:45 - 14:15
- Type of shops available: High street shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category A. This station has lift access to both platforms
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop G in Camden Road for eastbound services to Stratford Use Bus stop B in Royal College Street for westbound services to Richmond
- Metro: Camden Town London Underground station (Northern line) is approximately 4 minutes' walk away
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