What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Ipswich (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Ipswich (Station). However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Ipswich (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station). However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Ipswich via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

The distance between Birmingham and Ipswich (Station) is 185 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) bus from?

Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) train from?

Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) is to train via London which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) bus arrive?

Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) train arrive?

Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Ipswich (Station)?

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Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 55m
£70–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
6h 32m
£36–87
Drive 151 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Ipswich (Station)car 151 mi
2h 31m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Ipswichtrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
4h 43m
£101–154

Birmingham to Ipswich (Station) by train

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Ipswich (Station), England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Ipswich via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Ipswich (Station) via Coach Station and Cardinal Park Cinema in around 6h 32m.

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