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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Sheffield is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Sheffield is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Sheffield via Peterborough and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Sheffield?

The distance between Ipswich and Sheffield is 179 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Ipswich to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Sheffield train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Sheffield train arrive?

Ipswich to Sheffield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Sheffield is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Ipswich to Sheffield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Sheffield.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ipswich to Sheffield by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Peterboroughtrain Ipswich - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 17m
£65–143
Drive 165.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Sheffieldcar 165.5 mi
3h 18m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 17m
£119–372
Train via Ely
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Elytrain Ipswich - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Sheffieldtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 48m
£84–133
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
5h 24m
£106–172

Ipswich to Sheffield by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Sheffield via Peterborough and Doncaster in around 3h 17m.

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