What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to The Shard?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to The Shard is to bus which costs £13 - £30 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to The Shard?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to The Shard is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and The Shard?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to The Shard station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at London Bridge Bus Station via London Stansted Airport and Primrose Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and The Shard?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ipswich and arriving at London Liverpool Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Ipswich to The Shard?

The distance between Ipswich and The Shard is 70 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ipswich to The Shard without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to The Shard without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to The Shard?

The train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Street takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to The Shard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to The Shard train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to The Shard?

The best way to get from Ipswich to The Shard is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Ipswich to The Shard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to The Shard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to The Shard?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to The Shard is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Ipswich to The Shard.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ipswich to The Shard?

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Where can I stay near The Shard?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 27m
£30–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Street Stationbus A8 / ...
3h 26m
£14–29
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to The Shardcar 72.2 mi
1h 34m
£19–27

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Distance: 69.4 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and The Shard, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to The Shard via Coach Station, London Stansted Airport, Primrose Street, and London Bridge Bus Station in around 3h 26m.

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