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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Dover is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Dover is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Dover. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Pencester Road via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Dover. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Dover Priory via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Dover?

The distance between Ipswich and Dover is 137 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Ipswich to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Dover?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Dover is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £130 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Ipswich to Dover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Dover is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Ipswich to Dover.

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

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Ipswich to Dover - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Dover 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 Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 42m
£68–121
Bus
cheapest
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 Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 33m
£29–123
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Dovercar 123.1 mi
2h 11m
£31–45

Ipswich to Dover by bus

112Weekly Buses

6h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Dover Priory via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Pencester Road via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 33m.

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