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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £75 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Bournemouth?

The distance between Ipswich and Bournemouth is 182 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Bournemouth is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Ipswich to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2660+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Ipswich to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 30m
£77–171
Drive 177.6 mi
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1. Drive from Ipswich to Bournemouthcar 177.6 mi
3h 42m
£44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 14m
£45–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LCY - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 21m
£121–527

Ipswich to Bournemouth by train and subway

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 30m.

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