What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Ipswich via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Ipswich is 203 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich train arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich.

Where can I stay near Ipswich?

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Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Ipswich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 56m
£95–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
6h 54m
£30–72
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Ipswichrideshare 140.4 mi
2h 33m
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswichcar 140.4 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Ipswichtrain
5h 38m
£80–132

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Ipswich by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Ipswich, England?

You can take a bus from EMA Departure Building to Ipswich via Rail Station Sycamore Road, Long Eaton, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Cardinal Park Cinema via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 54m.

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