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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Benfleet is to line 717 bus and line 371 bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Benfleet is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Benfleet?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Benfleet. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Bowers Road via Post Office, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Benfleet?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Benfleet. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Benfleet via Stratford DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Benfleet?

The distance between Ipswich and Benfleet is 66 miles. The road distance is 52.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Benfleet without a car is to train and line 27 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Ipswich to Benfleet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Benfleet bus from?

Ipswich to Benfleet bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Benfleet train from?

Ipswich to Benfleet train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Benfleet?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Benfleet is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 717 bus and line 371 bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Ipswich to Benfleet bus arrive?

Ipswich to Benfleet bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Benfleet train arrive?

Ipswich to Benfleet train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Benfleet?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Benfleet is 52 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ipswich to Benfleet.

Where can I stay near Benfleet?

There are 1335+ hotels available in Benfleet.

Ipswich to Benfleet - 6 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, and line 300 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Ipswich to Benfleet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 27 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bowers Roadbus 27
1h 55m
£32–57
Line 717 bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3h 2m
£10–20
Train, line 300 bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2h 22m
£23–40
Drive 51.9 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Benfleetcar 51.9 mi
53 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Benfleettaxi 51.9 mi
53 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 56m
£42–81

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Distance: 65.7 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Bowers Road via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, West Ham, Benfleet, and Railway Station in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Bowers Road via Railway Station, Post Office, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 3h 2m.

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