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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Ipswich is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Ipswich is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Ipswich?

The distance between Plymouth and Ipswich is 299 miles. The road distance is 287.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Plymouth to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ipswich bus from?

Plymouth to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ipswich train from?

Plymouth to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ipswich is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Plymouth to Ipswich bus arrive?

Plymouth to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Ipswich train arrive?

Plymouth to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Ipswich is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Plymouth to Ipswich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ipswich?

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Plymouth to Ipswich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Ipswich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 59m
£138–262
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
9h 20m
£59–141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk049 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
7h 45m
£64–131
Drive 285.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Ipswichcar 285.6 mi
5h 33m
£69–100
Train to Exeter, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
7h 42m
£277–560
Train to Exeter, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
10h 3m
£178–475
Train, line 57 bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane NQY - STN
4. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain
7h 35m
£83–267

Plymouth to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 296.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 9h 20m.

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