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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Ipswich is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Ipswich is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Ipswich via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Ipswich?

The distance between Gatwick and Ipswich is 99 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Gatwick to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Ipswich bus from?

Gatwick to Ipswich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Ipswich train from?

Gatwick to Ipswich train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Gatwick to Ipswich bus arrive?

Gatwick to Ipswich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U station.

Where does the Gatwick to Ipswich train arrive?

Gatwick to Ipswich train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Ipswich is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Gatwick to Ipswich.

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

Book your Gatwick to Ipswich train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ipswich?

There are 890+ hotels available in Ipswich.

Gatwick to Ipswich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 35 bus

How to get fromGatwick to Ipswich

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 7m
£50–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
4h 51m
£18–48
Drive 99.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Ipswichcar 99.8 mi
1h 43m
£25–36
Line 35 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Liverpool Street Stationbus 35
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 15m
£46–143

Gatwick to Ipswich by train and subway

232Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gatwick to Ipswich.

Launch map view

Distance: 98.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Ipswich via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Cardinal Park Cinema via London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, Stratford City Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 4h 51m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.