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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Margate is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Margate. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Marine Terrace via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Margate. However, there are services departing from Halesworth and arriving at Margate via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Southwold to Margate?

The distance between Southwold and Margate is 194 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Margate without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Southwold to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southwold to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Southwold to Margate?

The best way to get from Southwold to Margate is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Southwold to Margate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southwold to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwold to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Margate is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Southwold to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Margate.

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There are 3 ways to get from Southwold to Margate 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 Margatetrain
5h 11m
£88–184
Drive 159.9 mi
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1. Drive from Southwold to Margatecar 159.9 mi
2h 54m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 491 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
10h 15m

Southwold to Margate by bus and train

115Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Margate via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Marine Terrace via St Stephens Street, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 15m.

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