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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Wales is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Wales is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Wales. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Wales. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Wales?

The distance between Ipswich and Wales is 218 miles. The road distance is 226.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Ipswich to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Wales?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Wales is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Ipswich to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Wales is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Ipswich to Wales.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ipswich to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Ipswich to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Wales 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 Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 47m
£102–199
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 Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 7m
£45–112
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 4m
£66–122
Drive 225.5 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Cardiffcar 225.5 mi
4h 15m
£55–80

Ipswich to Wales by train

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Ipswich, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Ipswich to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 7m.

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