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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Southwold is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 10h 31m.

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 Priory Street and arriving at Kings Head via Bus Station, London Victoria and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

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 3m.

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 3m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m 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 Bus 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 3m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 10h 31m.

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 1881+ hotels available in Southwold.

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There are 3 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 3m
£85–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 491 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
10h 31m
£31–101
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Southwoldcar 157.2 mi
2h 59m
£39–56

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Kings Head via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 10h 31m.

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