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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Stafford is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Stafford is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Wetherspoons PH via Coach Station, Old Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Stafford via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Stafford?

The distance between Ipswich and Stafford is 205 miles. The road distance is 175.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Stafford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Ipswich to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Stafford?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Stafford is to train via London which takes 2h 49m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Ipswich to Stafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Stafford train arrive?

Ipswich to Stafford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Stafford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Ipswich to Stafford.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Staffordtrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 49m
£80–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
9h 4m
£38–91
Drive 174.3 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Staffordcar 174.3 mi
2h 55m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Staffordtrain
5h 31m
£99–174

Ipswich to Stafford by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Stafford via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Wetherspoons PH via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Old Square, and Bus Station in around 9h 4m.

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