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

The cheapest way to get from London to Southwold is to bus which costs £15 - £60 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between London and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Southwold. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Kings Head via St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between London and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from London to Southwold. However, there are services departing from London Liverpool Street and arriving at Halesworth via Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from London to Southwold?

The distance between London and Southwold is 111 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from London to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Southwold bus from?

London to Southwold bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Southwold train from?

London to Southwold train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Liverpool Street station.

Train or bus from London to Southwold?

The best way to get from London to Southwold is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £60 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the London to Southwold bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Southwold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Southwold is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from London to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1879+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

How to get fromLondon to Southwold

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain Ipswich - Lowestoft / ...
4h 14m
£50–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Norwichbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 20m
£15–57
Drive 107.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Southwoldcar 107.9 mi
2h 27m
£27–39
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 25m
£29–67

London to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

48Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London to Southwold.

Launch map view

Distance: 110.8 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from London Liverpool Street to North Green via Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Kings Head via Norwich and St Stephens Street in around 6h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.