What is the cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold?

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold?

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Clacton-on-Sea and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Pier Avenue and arriving at Kings Head via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold?

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Southwold is 78 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

How do I travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold without a car?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold bus from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Pier Avenue station.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold bus arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Can I drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1913+ hotels available in Southwold.

Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 76 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Colchestertrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
3. Take the bus from Water Tower to North Greenbus 99A
3h 33m
£33–62
Drive 59.7 mi
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1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Southwoldcar 59.7 mi
1h 19m
£15–21
Line 76 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pier Avenue to Osborne Streetbus 76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Railway Stationbus 93 / ...
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 16m
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pier Avenue to Osborne Streetbus 76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 7m

Clacton-on-Sea to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

110Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.2 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Southwold, England?

You can take a bus from Pier Avenue to Kings Head via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 6h 7m.

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