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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Whitstable is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Horsebridge via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Southwold to Whitstable?

The distance between Southwold and Whitstable is 161 miles. The road distance is 144.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Southwold to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Whitstable bus from?

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

Train or bus from Southwold to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Southwold to Whitstable is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Southwold to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwold to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Whitstable is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Southwold to Whitstable.

Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1135+ hotels available in Whitstable.

Southwold to Whitstable - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Whitstabletrain
5h 30m
£58–164
Drive 144.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwold to Whitstablecar 144.1 mi
2h 39m
£35–50
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 Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 57m

Southwold to Whitstable by bus and train

101Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Whitstable via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Horsebridge via St Stephens Street, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 57m.

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