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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Southwold is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Southwold is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Southwold. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Kings Head via Bus Station, Coach Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Southwold?

The distance between Rayleigh and Southwold is 97 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Southwold without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 23m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Rayleigh to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Southwold bus from?

Rayleigh to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Southwold bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Southwold is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Rayleigh to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1911+ hotels available in Southwold.

Rayleigh to Southwold - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rayleigh to Southwold by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Library to Bus Stationbus 3 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
4h 23m
£36–69
Drive 85.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Southwoldcar 85.4 mi
1h 43m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
7h 7m

Rayleigh to Southwold by bus, train, and foot

110Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from The Library to Kings Head via Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 7h 7m.

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