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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Southwold is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 10h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Skegness and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Skegness station to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kings Head via Bus Station, Bus Station, Transport Interchange, Oak Street and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Skegness to Southwold?

The distance between Skegness and Southwold is 212 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Southwold without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 8m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Skegness to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Southwold bus from?

Skegness to Southwold bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Skegness to Southwold bus arrive?

Skegness to Southwold bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Southwold is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Skegness to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to Norwichtrain
3. Take the bus from Kings Lane to Kings Headbus 146
7h 8m
£79–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Transport Interchangebus 505
2. Take the bus from Oak Street to St Stephens Streetbus X29
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
10h 37m
£14–23
Drive 127.3 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Southwoldcar 127.3 mi
2h 40m
£32–46

Skegness to Southwold by train, foot, and bus

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7h 8mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.3 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Kings Head via Bus Station, Bus Station, Transport Interchange, Oak Street, and St Stephens Street in around 10h 37m.

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