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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Durham is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Durham is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Durham. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Durham via Peterborough and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Durham?

The distance between Ipswich and Durham is 260 miles. The road distance is 258.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Ipswich to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Durham is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Ipswich to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Durham.

Ipswich to Durham - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Ipswich to Durham by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Durhamtrain
4h 15m
£88–160
Drive 256.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Durhamcar 256.7 mi
4h 43m
£64–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 59m
£99–346
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Hartlepooltrain
3. Take the bus from Hartlepool Interchange to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridgebus 59
7h 6m
£86–134
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 52m
£144–326
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 40m
£163–441
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
7h 12m
£91–243

Ipswich to Durham by train

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Distance: 258.4 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Durham via Peterborough and York in around 4h 15m.

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