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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Lavenham is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Lavenham is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Lavenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Lavenham. However, there are services departing from Old Cattle Market Bus Station and arriving at Norman Way via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Lavenham?

The distance between Ipswich and Lavenham is 40 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lavenham without a car is to train and line 46 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £17 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Ipswich to Lavenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lavenham bus from?

Ipswich to Lavenham bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Lavenham bus arrive?

Ipswich to Lavenham bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Lavenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Lavenham is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Ipswich to Lavenham.

Where can I stay near Lavenham?

There are 627+ hotels available in Lavenham.

Ipswich to Lavenham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 46 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 46 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Bury St Edmundstrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Norman Waybus 46
2h 20m
£18–27
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Lavenhamcar 19 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Lavenhamtaxi 19 mi
27 min
£85–110
Line 50 bus, line 46 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Norman Waybus 46
2h 40m
£6–10

Ipswich to Lavenham by train and bus

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Norman Way via Bus Station in around 2h 40m.

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