Bournemouth to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

197.5 miles 317.9 km · straight line
245 miles actual route 394.3 km · driving distance
4h 43min estimated drive time
£37 - £46 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Lowestoft?

The distance from Bournemouth to Lowestoft is 197.5 miles (317.9 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located NE of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 245 miles, taking about 4h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 43min £37 - £46 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 40min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 29min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Lowestoft

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM