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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Southwold to Colchester?

The distance between Southwold and Colchester is 60 miles. The road distance is 54.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 38m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Southwold to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Colchester bus from?

Southwold to Colchester bus services, operated by Borderbus, depart from Kings Head station.

Where does the Southwold to Colchester bus arrive?

Southwold to Colchester bus services, operated by Borderbus, arrive at St Stephens Street station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Colchester is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Southwold to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Colchester.

Southwold to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southwold to Colchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to Police Stationbus 99A
2. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2h 38m
£25–47
Drive 54.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwold to Colchestercar 54.1 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
4h 13m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
4h 40m

Southwold to Colchester by bus and train

115Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 60 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA via St Stephens Street and Norwich in around 4h 40m.

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