Copenhagen to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

490.4 miles 789.2 km · straight line
588.4 miles estimated 947 km · driving distance
11h 50min estimated drive time
DKK 769 - DKK 947 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Lowestoft?

The distance from Copenhagen to Lowestoft is 490.4 miles (789.2 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located WSW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.4 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Lowestoft is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Copenhagen and Lowestoft. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Copenhagen to Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 50min DKK 769 - DKK 947 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 12min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~11h 15min $71–$206* Comfort

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
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 163 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients