The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Southwold
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Southwold is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Southwold will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from London to Southwold without transferring at least 2 times.
F10255 · LE157700 · P0144011:30 AM2h45London Liverpool Street (LST)2:15 PMBrampton (Suffolk) (BRP)$211One-way2 transfers
F10255 · LE157700 · P0144011:30 AM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)2:08 PMHalesworth station (HAS)$211One-way2 transfers
F10247 · LE157300 · P014521:30 PM2h45London Liverpool Street (LST)4:15 PMBrampton (Suffolk) (BRP)$241One-way2 transfers
F10262 · LE158100 · P014279:30 AM2h45London Liverpool Street (LST)12:15 PMBrampton (Suffolk) (BRP)$241One-way2 transfers
F13428 · LE158300 · P014218:30 AM2h45London Liverpool Street (LST)11:15 AMBrampton (Suffolk) (BRP)$241One-way2 transfers
F10255 · LE157700 · P0144011:30 AM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)2:08 PMHalesworth station (HAS)$211One-way2 transfers
F10251 · LE157500 · P0144612:30 PM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)3:08 PMHalesworth station (HAS)$241One-way2 transfers
F10247 · LE157300 · P014521:30 PM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)4:08 PMHalesworth station (HAS)$241One-way2 transfers
F13426 · LE157900 · P0143410:30 AM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)1:08 PMHalesworth station (HAS)$241One-way2 transfers
F13428 · LE158300 · P014218:30 AM2h38London Liverpool Street (LST)11:08 AMHalesworth station (HAS)$241One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Southwold:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Southwold costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Southwold take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 59m.
The journey is about 1h 4m faster (1h 55m by train vs 2h 59m by car) and roughly $19 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $57 (€47)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Southwold train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Southwold trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P01218 · P01417 | On time 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 10:15 AM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
P01218 · P01417 | On time 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 10:08 AM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01226 · P01423 | On time 9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 11:08 AM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01226 · P01423 | On time 9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 11:15 AM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
P01233 · P01429 | On time 10:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
P01233 · P01429 | On time 10:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 12:08 PM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01241 · P01433 | On time 11:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 1:08 PM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01241 · P01433 | On time 11:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 1:15 PM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
P01250 · P01439 | On time 12:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 2:15 PM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
P01250 · P01439 | On time 12:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 2:08 PM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01259 · P01445 | On time 1:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h08 | 3:08 PM Halesworth station (HAS) | 1 transfer | |
P01259 · P01445 | On time 1:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h15 | 3:15 PM Brampton (Suffolk) (BRP) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Southwold
Trains from London to Southwold run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from London to Southwold trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London and Southwold from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Southwold
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Southwold by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southwold, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Southwold
Most London to Southwold trains use the London Liverpool Street to Halesworth station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Southwold train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Southwold leave from?
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Fields from London city centre
London Fields is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Fields train station facilities and services
London Fields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Fields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Fields.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Fields: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at London Fields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Fields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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