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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Cardiff?

The distance between Ipswich and Cardiff is 218 miles. The road distance is 227.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ipswich to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Ipswich to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Cardiff is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Ipswich to Cardiff.

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

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Ipswich to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Ipswich to Cardiff 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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 45m
£96–188
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 Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 45m
£47–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 4m
£62–115
Drive 226.2 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Cardiffcar 226.2 mi
4h 18m
£56–81
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
12h 19m
£76–245
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 41m
£126–353
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 37m
£82–224
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
7h 4m
£150–954

Ipswich to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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