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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Shenfield is to bus and line 351 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Shenfield is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Shenfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Shenfield. However, there are services departing from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop and arriving at Hutton Road via Chelmsford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Shenfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich and arriving at Shenfield. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Ipswich to Shenfield?

The distance between Ipswich and Shenfield is 49 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shenfield without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £23 - £40.

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

The train from Ipswich to Shenfield takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shenfield bus from?

Ipswich to Shenfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shenfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Shenfield?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shenfield is to train which takes 58 min and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 351 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Ipswich to Shenfield bus arrive?

Ipswich to Shenfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 station.

Where does the Ipswich to Shenfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Shenfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Shenfield is 51 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Ipswich to Shenfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Shenfield?

There are 1907+ hotels available in Shenfield.

Ipswich to Shenfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 351 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Shenfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Shenfieldtrain Ipswich - London Liverpool Street / ...
58 min
£23–40
Bus, line 351 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1bus Uk007
2. Take the bus from Chelmsford station to Hutton Roadbus 351
2h 31m
£7–10
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Shenfieldcar 50.4 mi
55 min
£13–19

Ipswich to Shenfield by train

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to Shenfield hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop to Hutton Road via Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 and Chelmsford station in around 2h 31m.

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