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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Leicestershire is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Leicestershire is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Leicestershire?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Leicestershire. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Oakland Avenue via Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Leicestershire?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Leicestershire. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Leicester via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Leicestershire?

The distance between Ipswich and Leicestershire is 138 miles. The road distance is 125.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Leicestershire without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Ipswich to Leicestershire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Leicestershire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Leicestershire train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Leicestershire?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Leicestershire is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Ipswich to Leicestershire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Leicestershire train arrive?

Ipswich to Leicestershire train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Leicestershire?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Leicestershire is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Ipswich to Leicestershire.

Where can I stay near Leicestershire?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Leicestershire.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Elytrain Ipswich - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 58m
£74–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
5h 4m
£29–71
Drive 124.5 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Leicestershirecar 124.5 mi
2h 15m
£31–44
Train, line 48 bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain
3. Take the bus from Station Street to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 48
5h 24m
£78–127

Ipswich to Leicestershire by train, foot, and bus

54Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Leicestershire, Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Rushey Mead School via Ely, Leicester, Welford Place, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Oakland Avenue via Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 4m.

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