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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Reading RailAir via Norwich and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Reading. However, there are services departing from Halesworth and arriving at Reading via Ipswich, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Southwold to Reading?

The distance between Southwold and Reading is 152 miles. The road distance is 156.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Southwold to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southwold to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Southwold to Reading?

The best way to get from Southwold to Reading is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Southwold to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southwold to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwold to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Reading is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Southwold to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Reading.

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There are 5 ways to get from Southwold to Reading 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 London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 28m
£69–153
Drive 155.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwold to Readingcar 155.7 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 52m
£44–61
Train via London
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
4h 53m
£77–150
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 2m
£58–108

Southwold to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 151.5 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Reading via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Reading RailAir via St Stephens Street, Norwich, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 52m.

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