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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Minehead is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Minehead is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Minehead?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Taunton via Cambridge and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Minehead?

The distance between Ipswich and Minehead is 244 miles. The road distance is 241.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Minehead without a car is to train and line 28 bus which takes 5h 39m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Ipswich to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Minehead train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Minehead train arrive?

Ipswich to Minehead train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Minehead is 241 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Ipswich to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 697+ hotels available in Minehead.

Ipswich to Minehead - 7 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, car, and plane

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

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Train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Little Meadow to The Paradebus 28
5h 39m
£101–195
Drive 240 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Mineheadcar 240 mi
5h 16m
£60–86
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Mineheadcar
13h 14m
£95–276
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
9h 49m
£170–264
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 Tauntontrain
9h 37m
£135–365
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
9h 32m
£91–236
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Mineheadcar
7h 59m
£169–985

Ipswich to Minehead by train and bus

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5h 39mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.6 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to The Parade via Cambridge, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Little Meadow in around 9h 49m.

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