What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Great Ostry via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Castle Cary via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Ipswich and Shepton Mallet is 199 miles. The road distance is 193.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 174 bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shepton Mallet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Shepton Mallet train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Ipswich to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Ipswich to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Shepton Mallet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Shepton Mallet is 193 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1472+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Ipswich to Shepton Mallet - 8 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Ipswich to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 174 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostrybus 173 / ...
4h 23m
£84–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 403
8h 15m
£39–96
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Police Stationbus Sf3
5h 27m
Drive 192.2 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Shepton Malletcar 192.2 mi
4h 2m
£47–68
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
7h 22m
£229–509
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Castle Carytrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
5h 23m
£90–173
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
8h 52m
£114–603
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
8h 14m
£66–191

Ipswich to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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4h 23mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Frithfield Lane via Stratford, London Paddington, Castle Cary, and Castle Cary Station in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Great Ostry via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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