Lowestoft to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249 miles 400.7 km · straight line
316.7 miles actual route 509.7 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
£48 - £59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
259° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lowestoft from Swansea?

The distance from Lowestoft to Swansea is 249 miles (400.7 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located WSW of Lowestoft. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.7 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lowestoft and Swansea. 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 Lowestoft to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min £48 - £59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowestoft & Swansea

Quick Facts

Lowestoft
52.48°N, 1.75°E
Europe/London
7m elevation
Swansea
51.62°N, 3.94°W
Europe/London
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM