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 Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

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 FlixBus, depart from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Southwold bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Southwold bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Norwich 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 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
£37–70
Drive 85.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Southwoldcar 85.4 mi
1h 43m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Norwichbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
6h 40m
Bus, train via Colchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Head Street to Railway Stationbus 93 / ...
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
6h 43m

Rayleigh to Southwold by bus, train, and foot

110Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest 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, Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 6h 40m.

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