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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Southwold is to bus via Cambridge which costs £12 - £24 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Southwold. However, there are services departing from St Peters Street and arriving at Kings Head via Parkside and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Beccles via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Liverpool Street and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Bedford to Southwold?

The distance between Bedford and Southwold is 174 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Bedford to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Southwold bus from?

Bedford to Southwold bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from St Peters Street station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Southwold train from?

Bedford to Southwold train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Southwold?

The best way to get from Bedford to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Cambridge, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Bedford to Southwold bus arrive?

Bedford to Southwold bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Southwold train arrive?

Bedford to Southwold train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Southwold is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Bedford to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1908+ hotels available in Southwold.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Southwold by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Becclestrain
5h 42m
£76–118
Bus via Cambridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peters Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 39m
£13–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Peters Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Norwichtrain
3. Take the bus from Kings Lane to Kings Headbus 146
6h 23m
£38–62
Drive 106.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Southwoldcar 106.9 mi
2h 10m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Norwichbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
7h 9m
£23–35

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

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to North Green via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, Ipswich, Beccles, and Old Market Place in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peters Street to Kings Head via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 6h 39m.

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