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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 23m.

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 34m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

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 34m.

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 34m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Ipswich to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Ipswich to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach 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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Ipswich to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 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 34m
£76–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 23m
£38–94
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 11m
£45–86
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Bournemouthcar 177.6 mi
3h 42m
£44–63
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NWI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
10h 27m
£187–404
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
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 22m
£120–527

Ipswich to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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