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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Ipswich is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Ipswich is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Ipswich?

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

How far is it from Cheltenham to Ipswich?

The distance between Cheltenham and Ipswich is 194 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £85 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Ipswich bus from?

Cheltenham to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Ipswich train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Ipswich is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Cheltenham to Ipswich.

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

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Cheltenham to Ipswich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Ipswich by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 42m
£88–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
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 / ...
6h 34m
£37–92
Drive 163.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Ipswichcar 163.7 mi
3h 11m
£41–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717 / ...
6h 41m
£116–171

Cheltenham to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 34m.

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