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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Thatcham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Thatcham is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Green Lane via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Thatcham via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Thatcham?

The distance between Ipswich and Thatcham is 123 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Thatcham without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Ipswich to Thatcham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Thatcham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Thatcham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Thatcham?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Thatcham is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Ipswich to Thatcham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Thatcham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Thatcham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Thatcham is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Ipswich to Thatcham.

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Ipswich to Thatcham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ipswich to Thatcham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Thatchamtrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
3h 2m
£59–113
Drive 131.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ipswich to Thatchamcar 131.5 mi
2h 36m
£32–47
Bus
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 Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 41m
£48–84
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Green Lanebus 1
3h 54m
£63–122
Train, line 1 bus via London
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Green Lanebus 1
4h 24m
£57–126

Ipswich to Thatcham by train

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Distance: 122 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Thatcham via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Green Lane via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Blagrave Street in around 6h 41m.

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