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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Rayleigh is to line 717 bus and line 371 bus and bus which costs £8 - £17 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Eastwood Road via Post Office and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Rayleigh via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Rayleigh?

The distance between Ipswich and Rayleigh is 54 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Rayleigh without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Ipswich to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Rayleigh is to line 717 bus and line 371 bus and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Ipswich to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Ipswich to Rayleigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Rayleigh train arrive?

Ipswich to Rayleigh train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Rayleigh is 51 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Ipswich to Rayleigh.

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

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Ipswich to Rayleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 717 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Chelmsfordtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Roadbus 3 / ...
1h 25m
£21–37
Line 717 bus, line 371 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Railway Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Roadbus 3 / ...
2h 40m
£8–17
Drive 50.8 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Rayleighcar 50.8 mi
54 min
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
1h 28m
£30–54

Ipswich to Rayleigh by train and bus

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1h 25mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.3 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Eastwood Road via Railway Station, Post Office, and Bus Station in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ipswich to Rayleigh via Shenfield in around 1h 28m.

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