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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Llanelli is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Llanelli is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Llanelli via Stratford, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Llanelli?

The distance between Ipswich and Llanelli is 275 miles. The road distance is 270.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Ipswich to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Ipswich to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Llanelli is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Ipswich to Llanelli.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 27m
£126–238
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
10h 40m
£58–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
9h 16m
£69–128
Drive 269.3 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Llanellicar 269.3 mi
5h 12m
£67–96
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
9h 24m
£148–403
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Llanellitrain
14h 16m
£101–288
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Llanellitrain
9h
£175–997

Ipswich to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 273.7 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Llanelli via Stratford, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 10h 40m.

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