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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Southwold is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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 43m and costs £30 - £50.

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 Bus Station, London Victoria and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Southwold?

The distance between Whitstable and Southwold is 160 miles. The road distance is 142.6 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 40m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 Bus Station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Southwold?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Southwold is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Whitstable to Southwold bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Southwold is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Whitstable to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1296+ hotels available in Southwold.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Whitstable to Southwold 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 Whitstable to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Halesworthtrain
5h 40m
£56–193
Drive 141.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Southwoldcar 141.8 mi
2h 43m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station 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 31m

Whitstable to Southwold by train, bus, and foot

90Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Kings Head via Stratford International, Stratford International Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Halesworth, and Water Tower in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Kings Head via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 10h 31m.

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