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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ipswich is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ipswich?

The distance between Cardiff and Ipswich is 218 miles. The road distance is 226.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Cardiff to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ipswich bus from?

Cardiff to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ipswich train from?

Cardiff to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ipswich is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Cardiff to Ipswich.

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

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Cardiff to Ipswich - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Ipswich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 42m
£102–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
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
7h 15m
£46–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 14m
£52–105
Drive 225.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ipswichcar 225.5 mi
4h 15m
£55–80
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
7h 10m
£150–604
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
6h 54m
£131–360
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain
7h 53m
£81–236
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain
7h 38m
£82–192

Cardiff to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ipswich, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 7h 15m.

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