The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Southwold
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Southwold is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Southwold will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Southwold every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Southwold
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Southwold among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 154 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Southwold
Buses from London to Southwold run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:34, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 05:34 |
Last bus 21:00 |
FAQs: London to Southwold coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Southwold by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southwold, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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