What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at East Street via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Audley End via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Ipswich and Saffron Walden is 73 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

How do I travel from Ipswich to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Saffron Walden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Saffron Walden train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Saffron Walden is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 316 bus, which costs £12 - £27 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Ipswich to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

Ipswich to Saffron Walden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Saffron Walden train arrive?

Ipswich to Saffron Walden train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Saffron Walden is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Ipswich to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 877+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

Ipswich to Saffron Walden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 316 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2h 24m
£35–65
Drive 46.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Saffron Waldencar 46.8 mi
1h 7m
£12–17
Bus, line 316 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Streetbus 316 / ...
2h 52m
£13–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to Saffron Waldentaxi 46.8 mi
1h 7m
£95–120

Ipswich to Saffron Walden by train and bus

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.2 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Saffron Walden, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £26–50 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to East Street via Coach Station in around 2h 52m.

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