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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Southwold is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Kings Head via Long Reach, London Victoria and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Halesworth via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Southwold?

The distance between Whitstable and Southwold is 161 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Whitstable to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Southwold bus from?

Whitstable to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Southwold train from?

Whitstable to Southwold train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Southwold?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 10h.

Where does the Whitstable to Southwold bus arrive?

Whitstable to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Whitstable to Southwold train arrive?

Whitstable to Southwold train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Southwold is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Whitstable to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1867+ hotels available in Southwold.

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There are 3 ways to get from Whitstable to Southwold by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 35m
£76–127
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 491 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
10h
£27–50
Drive 141.9 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Southwoldcar 141.9 mi
2h 42m
£36–51

Whitstable to Southwold by bus

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to North Green via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Kings Head via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 10h.

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