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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Birmingham International via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Ipswich and Birmingham NEC is 177 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Birmingham NEC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Birmingham NEC train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC is to train via London which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Ipswich to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Birmingham NEC is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC.

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

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Ipswich to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 48m
£65–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
6h 14m
£35–87
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Birmingham NECcar 142.6 mi
2h 22m
£35–50
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 / ...
5h 8m
£104–165

Ipswich to Birmingham NEC by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 176 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Birmingham NEC via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham International in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Birmingham NEC via Coach Station and Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal in around 6h 14m.

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