Leeds to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.6 miles 264.9 km · straight line
201 miles actual route 323.5 km · driving distance
4h 12min estimated drive time
£30 - £38 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
122° ESE bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Lowestoft?

The distance from Leeds to Lowestoft is 164.6 miles (264.9 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located ESE of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201 miles, taking about 4h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 12min £30 - £38 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 2min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 59min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Lowestoft

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM