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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Gillingham is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Gillingham is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Gillingham?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Gillingham. However, there are services departing from Halesworth and arriving at Gillingham (Kent) via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Southwold to Gillingham?

The distance between Southwold and Gillingham is 138 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Gillingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Southwold to Gillingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Gillingham train from?

Southwold to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Halesworth station.

Where does the Southwold to Gillingham train arrive?

Southwold to Gillingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Gillingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Gillingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Southwold to Gillingham.

Where can I stay near Gillingham?

There are 1592+ hotels available in Gillingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gillingham (Kent)train
4h 32m
£63–106
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
6h 19m
£29–56
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Southwold to Gillinghamcar 118.3 mi
2h 14m
£30–43
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Gillingham (Kent)train
5h 9m
£67–97

Southwold to Gillingham by bus and train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Gillingham (Kent) via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 32m.

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