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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford to Lowestoft
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
159 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford to Lowestoft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Lowestoft will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Stratford for Lowestoft every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
08:372h59
Stratford11:36Lowestoft
£191One-way
0 changes
07:053h31
Stratford10:36Lowestoft
£251One-way
0 changes
10:573h39
Stratford14:36Lowestoft
£391One-way
0 changes
07:203h16
Stratford10:36Lowestoft
£791One-way
0 changes
08:372h59
Stratford11:36Lowestoft
£191One-way
0 changes
07:203h16
Stratford10:36Lowestoft
£791One-way
0 changes
07:053h31
Stratford10:36Lowestoft
£251One-way
0 changes
10:573h39
Stratford14:36Lowestoft
£391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stratford to Lowestoft
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Lowestoft among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 159 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford to Lowestoft
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stratford to Lowestoft run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 3h 1m.
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 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 04:38 |
Last train 21:13 |
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: Abellio Greater Anglia from Stratford to Lowestoft trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stratford and Lowestoft from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio 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 Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£15
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
8 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
FAQs: Stratford to Lowestoft train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.
The train journey from Stratford to Lowestoft offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the Suffolk countryside, featuring charming villages and coastal landscapes.
Spending 2-3 days in Lowestoft allows you to explore its beautiful beaches, visit the Lowestoft Maritime Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine.
To get from Stratford to Lowestoft, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Stratford to Lowestoft is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 1m. However, there are 9 train services available per day for this route.
Booking trains from Stratford to Lowestoft in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Stratford to Lowestoft is 159 km.
The train journey from Stratford to Lowestoft covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 9 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Stratford to Lowestoft can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The first train from Stratford to Lowestoft leaves at 4:38.
The last train from Stratford to Lowestoft departs at 21:13.
The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Lowestoft is by train, costing approximately £15.
Trains from Stratford to Lowestoft run approximately 9 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stratford to Lowestoft.
The train station in Stratford that goes to Lowestoft is Stratford (London) (SRA), and it arrives at Lowestoft station (LWT).
There is no night train service from Stratford to Lowestoft.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stratford to Lowestoft.
Yes, you can take the train from Stratford to Lowestoft.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Lowestoft
Stratford
Lowestoft
The major train station for departures in Stratford is Stratford (London). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stratford (London) for your trip from Stratford to Lowestoft.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
- 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
- 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: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 13:15 Saturday 06:40 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 1&2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within 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
WC
- Toilets Location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Maryland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services cannot operate from this station. Stratford (London) station is 10 minute signposted walk. Click here for map of walking route
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WH Smiths
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance.
- 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: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stratford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
- Metro: Docklands Light Railway is available at the station for onward connection to London Underground and DLR stations.
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 Stratford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost 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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