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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Reading is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Reading is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Reading. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Reading?

The distance between Ipswich and Reading is 109 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Ipswich to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Reading is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ipswich to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Ipswich to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Reading by train or car

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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 Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 3m
£53–123
Drive 118.9 mi
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1. Drive from Ipswich to Readingcar 118.9 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Train via London
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 32m
£62–118
Train via London #2
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
3h 2m
£54–116

Ipswich to Reading by train

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 108.5 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Reading via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 3m.

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