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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Pencester Road and arriving at Kings Head via London Victoria, Coach Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Halesworth via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Dover to Southwold?

The distance between Dover and Southwold is 180 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Dover to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southwold bus from?

Dover to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pencester Road station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southwold train from?

Dover to Southwold train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Southwold?

The best way to get from Dover to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 11h 12m.

Where does the Dover to Southwold bus arrive?

Dover to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Southwold train arrive?

Dover to Southwold train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Dover to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Southwold is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Dover to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1879+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 24m
£85–154
Drive 157.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dover to Southwoldcar 157.2 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 43m
£50–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
4. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
11h 12m
£46–109

Dover to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to North Green via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pencester Road to Kings Head via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Coach Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 11h 12m.

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