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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Leicester is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Station and Parkside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Leicester via Norwich and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Southwold to Leicester?

The distance between Southwold and Leicester is 178 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Leicester without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 17m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Southwold to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southwold to Leicester train from?

Southwold to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.

Train or bus from Southwold to Leicester?

The best way to get from Southwold to Leicester is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Southwold to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southwold to Leicester train arrive?

Southwold to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Leicester is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Southwold to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 999+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to Sentinel Housebus 146
2. Take the train from Norwich to Elytrain
3. Take the train from Ely to Leicestertrain
5h 17m
£62–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
6h 34m
£19–35
Drive 141.2 mi
1. Drive from Southwold to Leicestercar 141.2 mi
2h 59m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Norwich to Elytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 37m
£72–116
Bus, train via Peterborough
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to Sentinel Housebus 146
2. Take the train from Norwich to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Leicestertrain
5h 43m
£61–93

Southwold to Leicester by bus, foot, and train

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to St Margaret's Bus Station via St Stephens Street, Bus Station, and Parkside in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Leicester via Railway Station, Lowestoft, Norwich, and Ely in around 5h 37m.

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