Colchester to Lowestoft by train

Explore Colchester to Lowestoft by train

Thinking about travelling from Colchester to Lowestoft by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Colchester and Lowestoft

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: CA$23.44

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Departure frequency and timetable from Colchester to Lowestoft

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Colchester to Lowestoft:

• 00:21 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 21:47 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 00:21 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• 23:45 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• A train departs every 23 minutes from Colchester toward Lowestoft.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 36 trains serving this route each day.

Colchester to Lowestoft train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 87 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 45 minutes.

When do tickets between Colchester and Lowestoft go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Colchester and Lowestoft 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Colchester to Lowestoft travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Lowestoft.