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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Southwold is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Halesworth via London Bridge station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Brighton to Southwold?

The distance between Brighton and Southwold is 166 miles. The road distance is 158.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Southwold without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 23m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Brighton to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Southwold bus from?

Brighton to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Southwold train from?

Brighton to Southwold train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Southwold?

The best way to get from Brighton to Southwold is to train via London which takes 5h 23m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Brighton to Southwold bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Southwold train arrive?

Brighton to Southwold train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Southwold is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Brighton to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1879+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 23m
£79–153
Drive 157.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Southwoldcar 157.8 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
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 13m
£44–104
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 47m
£76–149
Train #2
1. Take the train from Brighton to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
7h 1m
£101–186

Brighton to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

110Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.9 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Kings Head via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 9h 13m.

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