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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Cleethorpes is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Cleethorpes is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at St Peters Avenue via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Old Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Cleethorpes via Peterborough and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Cleethorpes?

The distance between Ipswich and Cleethorpes is 213 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cleethorpes without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Ipswich to Cleethorpes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cleethorpes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cleethorpes train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Cleethorpes?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cleethorpes is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Ipswich to Cleethorpes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Cleethorpes train arrive?

Ipswich to Cleethorpes train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Cleethorpes?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Cleethorpes is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ipswich to Cleethorpes.

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

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Where can I stay near Cleethorpes?

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

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Cleethorpestrain
4h 39m
£79–166
Drive 142.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Cleethorpescar 142.4 mi
2h 57m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Yarborough Hotelbus 151
9h 7m
£46–116
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Cleethorpestrain
5h 31m
£82–151

Ipswich to Cleethorpes by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Cleethorpes via Peterborough and Doncaster in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to St Peters Avenue via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Yarborough Hotel, and Old Market Place in around 9h 7m.

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