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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Southwold is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £40 - £60 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Southwold is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Southwold?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Stephens Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Southwold?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Southwold. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Exeter to Southwold?

The distance between Exeter and Southwold is 312 miles. The road distance is 278.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Southwold without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Exeter to Southwold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Southwold bus from?

Exeter to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Southwold train from?

Exeter to Southwold train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Southwold?

The best way to get from Exeter to Southwold is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Exeter to Southwold bus arrive?

Exeter to Southwold bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Southwold train arrive?

Exeter to Southwold train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Southwold?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Southwold is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Exeter to Southwold.

Where can I stay near Southwold?

There are 1908+ hotels available in Southwold.

Exeter to Southwold - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Southwold by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
7h 35m
£134–235
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
12h 15m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus 146
11h 30m
£53–85
Drive 277 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Southwoldcar 277 mi
5h 39m
£69–99
Fly from Exeter, bus
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus
8h 31m
£126–659
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
3. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Kings Headbus
8h 59m
£123–495

Exeter to Southwold by train and bus

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7h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 309.9 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Kings Head via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Lowestoft, and Railway Station in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Kings Head via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St Stephens Street in around 11h 30m.

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