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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Polstead is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Polstead is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Polstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Polstead. However, there are services departing from Old Cattle Market Bus Station and arriving at Middle School via Bruff Close. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Polstead?

The distance between Ipswich and Polstead is 25 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Polstead without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 1h 44m and costs £10 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Ipswich to Polstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Polstead bus from?

Ipswich to Polstead bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Polstead bus arrive?

Ipswich to Polstead bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Groves Close station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Polstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Polstead is 15 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Ipswich to Polstead.

Where can I stay near Polstead?

There are 871+ hotels available in Polstead.

Ipswich to Polstead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and taxi

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

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruff Close to The Angelbus 43 / ...
1h 44m
£10–18
Drive 15 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Polsteadcar 15 mi
22 min
£4–6
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Groves Closebus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruff Close to Middle Schoolbus 43 / ...
2h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Polsteadtaxi 15 mi
22 min
£30–40

Ipswich to Polstead by train, foot, and bus

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Middle School via Groves Close and Bruff Close in around 2h 39m.

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