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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Ipswich is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Ipswich is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Ipswich via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Ipswich?

The distance between Portsmouth and Ipswich is 147 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Portsmouth to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ipswich bus from?

Portsmouth to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ipswich train from?

Portsmouth to Ipswich train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Ipswich train arrive?

Portsmouth to Ipswich train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Ipswich is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Portsmouth to Ipswich.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 14m
£67–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
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
6h 15m
£32–78
Drive 146.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Ipswichcar 146.5 mi
3h 8m
£36–52
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
4h 10m
£75–150

Portsmouth to Ipswich by train and subway

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Ipswich via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 15m.

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