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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ipswich is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Ipswich is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Ipswich via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Luton to Ipswich?

The distance between Luton and Ipswich is 101 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Luton to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ipswich bus from?

Luton to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ipswich train from?

Luton to Ipswich train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Luton to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Luton to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Ipswich train arrive?

Luton to Ipswich train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Ipswich is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Luton to Ipswich.

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

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Luton to Ipswich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 6m
£47–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
4h 17m
£18–45
Drive 83.8 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ipswichcar 83.8 mi
1h 48m
£21–30
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Ipswichtrain
3h 50m
£43–88

Luton to Ipswich by train and subway

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2h 6mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Ipswich via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Cardinal Park Cinema via Coach Station in around 4h 17m.

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