What is the cheapest way to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Travel Centre via Norwich and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Southwold and Southend-on-Sea is 104 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Southwold to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Borderbus, depart from Kings Head station.

Where does the Southwold to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Southwold to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Borderbus, arrive at St Stephens Street station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Southend-on-Sea is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 913+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Southwold to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southwold to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
4h 29m
£37–69
Drive 94.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwold to Southend-on-Seacar 94.6 mi
1h 49m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1bus Uk007
6h 48m

Southwold to Southend-on-Sea by bus and train

115Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Southwold, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Travel Centre via St Stephens Street, Norwich, Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1, and Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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