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Trip Summary
There are 24 daily trains from Ipswich to Lowestoft. Traveling by train from Ipswich to Lowestoft usually takes around one hour and 31 minutes, but the fastest Greater Anglia train can make the trip in one hour and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (63 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 18m |
| Lowest price | €20.25 |
| Trains per day | 19 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Ipswich to Lowestoft?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Ipswich to Lowestoft. However, there are 24 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 24 | 1h 32m | €20.25 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Ipswich to Lowestoft tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Ipswich at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. 19 of these are direct connections to Lowestoft. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lowestoft to Ipswich.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Ipswich?
Main departure station: Rail Station
There are two stations in Ipswich where you can board the train to Lowestoft.
All train stations in Ipswich:
Rail Station
Westerfield Station
Where is the train station in Lowestoft?
Main arrival station: Oulton Broad South Train Station
Lowestoft receives travelers from Ipswich at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Lowestoft:
Oulton Broad South Train Station
Lowestoft Train Station
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