Cardiff to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.7 miles 355.2 km · straight line
289.1 miles actual route 465.2 km · driving distance
5h 32min estimated drive time
£44 - £54 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Lowestoft?

The distance from Cardiff to Lowestoft is 220.7 miles (355.2 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located ENE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.1 miles, taking about 5h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 32min £44 - £54 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 38min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 15min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Lowestoft

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM