Basildon to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

83.4 miles 134.2 km · straight line
102.3 miles actual route 164.6 km · driving distance
2h 12min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Basildon from Lowestoft?

The distance from Basildon to Lowestoft is 83.4 miles (134.2 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located NE of Basildon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.3 miles, taking about 2h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basildon and Lowestoft. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Basildon to Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 12min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 38min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 5min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basildon & Lowestoft

Quick Facts

Basildon
51.57°N, 0.46°E
Europe/London
31m elevation
Lowestoft
52.48°N, 1.75°E
Europe/London
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 298.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM