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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Southwold is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Southwold is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Halesworth via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Southwold?

The distance between Reading and Southwold is 152 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Reading to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southwold bus from?

Reading to Southwold bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southwold train from?

Reading to Southwold train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Southwold?

The best way to get from Reading to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Reading to Southwold bus arrive?

Reading to Southwold bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Southwold train arrive?

Reading to Southwold train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Southwold is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Reading to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 26m
£70–150
Drive 151.9 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Southwoldcar 151.9 mi
3h 12m
£38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 4m
£58–106
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 34m
£78–149
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 20m
£44–59

Reading to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Reading to North Green via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Kings Head via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 8h 4m.

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