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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Canterbury is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Canterbury is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Bus Station via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station and Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Canterbury West via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Canterbury?

The distance between Ipswich and Canterbury is 130 miles. The road distance is 109 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Ipswich to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Canterbury is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 108 bus, which costs £27 - £150 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Ipswich to Canterbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Canterbury is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Ipswich to Canterbury.

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

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Ipswich to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 108 bus

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

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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 Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 28m
£62–124
Drive 108.4 mi
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1. Drive from Ipswich to Canterburycar 108.4 mi
1h 54m
£27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 21m
£38–79
Bus, line 108 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
4. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 48m
£28–143

Ipswich to Canterbury by bus, foot, and train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Canterbury West via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Bus Station via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Lewisham Station in around 5h 48m.

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