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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Southwold. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Kings Head via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The distance between Basingstoke and Southwold is 164 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Basingstoke to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Southwold bus from?

Basingstoke to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Southwold?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Woking, which costs and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Southwold bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Southwold is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Basingstoke to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1807+ hotels available in Southwold.

Basingstoke to Southwold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 12m
£74–156
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Southwoldcar 156 mi
3h 30m
£39–56
Bus via Woking
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 55m
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus
7h 26m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
8h 55m

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI) flights

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5h 31mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Southwold.

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to North Green via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Kings Head via Woking, Woking Railway Station Southside, Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Norwich, and St Stephens Street in around 8h 55m.

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