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 21m.

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 21m 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 London Heathrow Airport and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

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 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Southwold?

The distance between Reading and Southwold is 152 miles. The road distance is 149.1 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 13m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m 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 13m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £45 - £65 and takes 8h 41m.

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 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Reading to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1903+ 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 13m
£69–142
Drive 148.2 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Southwoldcar 148.2 mi
3h 21m
£38–54
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 41m
£46–61
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 37m
£79–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 59m
£55–73

Reading to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Kings Head via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 8h 41m.

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