What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £110 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

The distance between Ipswich and Port Talbot is 251 miles. The road distance is 254.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ipswich to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £110 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Ipswich to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Port Talbot is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Ipswich to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

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Ipswich to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and 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 Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 29m
£112–218
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 Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
9h 5m
£49–127
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 Port Talbot Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 21m
£67–126
Drive 253.4 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Port Talbotcar 253.4 mi
4h 38m
£62–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
13h 19m
£91–259

Ipswich to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 249.4 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Port Talbot Parkway via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 5m.

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