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Reading to Southwold

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2 h 54 min
267 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Reading to Southwold

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Cheapest
By car (267 km)
2 h 54 min
267 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 54 min
267 km.
from $10.16
Train
4 h 15 min
204 km.
from $150.49
Bus
8 h 29 min
206 km.
Train, Bus
5 h 49 min
204 km.
Train via Lowestoft
6 h 36 min
206 km.
from $75.72

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Norwich
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$53.16

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from Reading to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Ipswich
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30
Train from Ipswich to Halesworth
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Train from London Liverpool Street to Norwich
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Train from Ipswich to Lowestoft
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Bus operators

Borderbus

Phone:
01502 714565
Email:
Website:
border-bus.co.uk/
Bus from St Stephens Street to Kings
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Bus from Kings Lane to Kings
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Southwold is to drive which costs $53.26 - $81.52 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Southwold is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Kings Head via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Reading to Southwold?

The distance between Reading and Southwold is 240 km. The road distance is 267.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Reading to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Southwold bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Southwold?

The best way to get from Reading to Southwold is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Reading to Southwold bus arrive?

Reading to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Norwich station.

Can I drive from Reading to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Southwold is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Reading to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1598+ hotels available in Southwold. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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