Taking the train from Hull to Lowestoft

So you’re considering going from Hull to Lowestoft by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost for travel between Hull and Lowestoft

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £68.65, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Hull and Lowestoft

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 12 trains make this journey of 199 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Hull is at 05:16 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:48.

During the weekend, 05:20 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:54 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 hour and 2 minutes.

Hull to Lowestoft train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 199 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 45 minutes.

Booking time frame: Hull to Lowestoft trains

Tickets for travel to Lowestoft along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Lowestoft

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Lowestoft.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Hull to Lowestoft by train?

The train journey between Hull and Lowestoft spans 199 kilometres.

What is the Hull to Lowestoft train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £68.65. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Hull to Lowestoft train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 3 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Hull to Lowestoft by train?

The shortest trip is 4 hours and 45 minutes.