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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Southwold is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Southwold. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Kings Head via Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Halesworth via Ely and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Leicester to Southwold?

The distance between Leicester and Southwold is 178 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Southwold without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 28m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Leicester to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southwold bus from?

Leicester to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southwold train from?

Leicester to Southwold train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Southwold?

The best way to get from Leicester to Southwold is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £120 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Leicester to Southwold bus arrive?

Leicester to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the Leicester to Southwold train arrive?

Leicester to Southwold train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Southwold is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Leicester to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1903+ hotels available in Southwold.

Leicester to Southwold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 99 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Norwichtrain
3. Take the bus from Kings Lane to Kings Headbus 146
5h 28m
£63–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Parksidebus 777
2. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 38m
£22–38
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Southwoldcar 144.4 mi
2h 51m
£37–53
Train, line 99 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Norwichtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kings Headbus 99
5h 38m
£73–113
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
6h 30m
£78–120

Leicester to Southwold by train and bus

112Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Kings Head via Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to North Green via Ely, Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 6h 30m.

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