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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ipswich is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ipswich is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Ipswich via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ipswich?

The distance between Leicester and Ipswich is 170 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ipswich without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Leicester to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ipswich bus from?

Leicester to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ipswich train from?

Leicester to Ipswich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ipswich is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Leicester to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Ipswich train arrive?

Leicester to Ipswich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ipswich is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Leicester to Ipswich.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Ipswich by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 34m
£83–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
4h 45m
£27–66
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ipswichcar 121.7 mi
2h 9m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Ipswichtrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
3h 50m
£79–124

Leicester to Ipswich by train and subway

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Ipswich via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Cardinal Park Cinema via Coach Station in around 4h 45m.

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