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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Birmingham?

The distance between Ipswich and Birmingham is 185 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Ipswich to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Ipswich to Birmingham bus arrive?

Ipswich to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Birmingham train arrive?

Ipswich to Birmingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Birmingham is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Ipswich to Birmingham.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 52m
£70–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus
5h 57m
£30–64
Drive 150.7 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Birminghamcar 150.7 mi
2h 30m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
4h 46m
£102–159

Ipswich to Birmingham by train, foot, and subway

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 5h 57m.

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