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 - £140 and takes 8h 10m.

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 27m 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 8h 10m.

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 27m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Port Talbot?

The distance between Ipswich and Port Talbot is 251 miles. The road distance is 255.6 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 27m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m 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 27m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 10m.

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 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Ipswich to Port Talbot.

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

Book your Ipswich to Port Talbot train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Ipswich to Port Talbot bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

How to get fromIpswich to Port Talbot

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 27m
£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 / ...
8h 10m
£50–134
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
£65–120
Drive 254.1 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Port Talbotcar 254.1 mi
4h 41m
£62–90
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 Parkway to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
8h 13m
£142–378
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
7h 26m
£165–977
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
13h 3m
£86–264

Ipswich to Port Talbot by train

151Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ipswich to Port Talbot.

Launch map view

Distance: 249.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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 27m. 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 8h 10m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.