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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Kent is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Kent is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Kent. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Lenham via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Kent?

The distance between Ipswich and Kent is 126 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ipswich to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Kent is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ipswich to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Kent.

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

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 26m
£61–117
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Kentcar 94.3 mi
1h 41m
£23–34
Bus, train
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 train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 38m
£44–93
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 16m
£58–118

Ipswich to Kent by train

244Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Lenham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 26m.

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