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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Southwold is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £27 - £45 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Southwold is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Halesworth via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Southwold?

The distance between Bournemouth and Southwold is 224 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Bournemouth to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Southwold bus from?

Bournemouth to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Southwold train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Southwold?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Southwold is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Southwold bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Southwold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Southwold is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Bournemouth to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1881+ hotels available in Southwold.

Bournemouth to Southwold - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to Southwold by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
6h 12m
£98–202
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
10h
£27–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
9h 10m
£49–117
Drive 211.1 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Southwoldcar 211.1 mi
4h 26m
£52–75
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus
8h 39m
£147–385
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane LHR - NWI
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus
8h 32m
£162–490

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI) flights

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Distance: 222.9 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to North Green via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 9h 10m.

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