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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Southwold is to bus via London Stansted Airport (STN) which costs £25 - £55 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Southwold. However, there are services departing from London Stratford - Montfichet Road and arriving at Kings Head via St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Halesworth via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Southwold?

The distance between Gravesend and Southwold is 127 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Gravesend to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Southwold bus from?

Gravesend to Southwold bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Stratford - Montfichet Road station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Southwold train from?

Gravesend to Southwold train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Gravesend to Southwold?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Southwold is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £75 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Gravesend to Southwold bus arrive?

Gravesend to Southwold bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Norwich station.

Where does the Gravesend to Southwold train arrive?

Gravesend to Southwold train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Gravesend to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Southwold is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Gravesend to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Southwold.

Gravesend to Southwold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 146 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
4h 52m
£59–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Norwichbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 31m
£24–71
Drive 107.3 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Southwoldcar 107.3 mi
2h 11m
£27–39
Train, line 146 bus
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Becclestrain
3. Take the bus from Caxton Road to Kings Headbus 146
6h 13m
£61–110
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
9h 23m
£25–55

Gravesend to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Gravesend to North Green via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gravesend to Kings Head via Stratford International, London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 6h 31m.

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