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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Essex is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Essex is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Essex station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Railway Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Essex?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich and arriving at Witham (Essex). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Ipswich to Essex?

The distance between Ipswich and Essex is 30 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Essex without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £27.

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

The train from Ipswich to Witham (Essex) takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Essex?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Essex is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 717 bus, which costs £7 - £18 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Ipswich to Essex bus arrive?

Ipswich to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Essex train arrive?

Ipswich to Essex train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Witham (Essex) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Essex is 33 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Ipswich to Essex.

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

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Ipswich to Essex - 5 ways to travel via train, line 717 bus, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ipswich to Essex by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Witham (Essex)train Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
34 min
£14–27
Line 717 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Stationbus 717
1h 18m
£8–18
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Essexcar 32.9 mi
39 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Essextaxi 32.9 mi
39 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2h 57m

Ipswich to Essex by train

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Distance: 30 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Witham (Essex) hourly. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Station hourly. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 50 min.

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