What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Kings Head via London Heathrow Airport and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Halesworth via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The distance between Basingstoke and Southwold is 164 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Southwold without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Southwold?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Basingstoke to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Southwold bus from?

Basingstoke to Southwold bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Southwold train from?

Basingstoke to Southwold train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Reading, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Southwold bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Southwold bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Southwold train arrive?

Basingstoke to Southwold train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Southwold is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Basingstoke to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Southwold.

Basingstoke to Southwold - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Southwold by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 58m
£73–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
10h 4m
£33–74
Bus via Reading
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
9h 22m
£50–75
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Southwoldcar 156.3 mi
3h 32m
£39–56

Basingstoke to Southwold by train, subway, foot, and bus

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Southwold, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to North Green via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Kings Head via Reading, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 9h 22m.

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