What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Ipswich via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

The distance between Basingstoke and Ipswich is 121 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Ipswich without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ipswich bus from?

Basingstoke to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ipswich train from?

Basingstoke to Ipswich train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ipswich bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ipswich train arrive?

Basingstoke to Ipswich train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Ipswich is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Basingstoke to Ipswich.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Ipswich?

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Basingstoke to Ipswich - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Ipswich by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 34m
£53–92
Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717 / ...
5h 14m
£23–39
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Ipswichcar 122 mi
2h 43m
£31–44

Basingstoke to Ipswich by train and subway

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Ipswich, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Ipswich via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 14m.

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