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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Ipswich is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £110 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Exeter to Ipswich?

The distance between Exeter and Ipswich is 247 miles. The road distance is 244.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Exeter to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ipswich bus from?

Exeter to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ipswich train from?

Exeter to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Exeter to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h.

Where does the Exeter to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Ipswich is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Exeter to Ipswich.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 53m
£115–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
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
8h
£50–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk049 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 29m
£57–117
Drive 242.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ipswichcar 242.8 mi
4h 50m
£59–85
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
6h 15m
£254–516
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 1m
£109–244
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
6h 39m
£136–283
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
8h 33m
£135–426

Exeter to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 8h.

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