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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Coach Station 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 Southampton and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Ipswich via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ipswich?

The distance between Southampton and Ipswich is 153 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Southampton to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ipswich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ipswich train from?

Southampton to Ipswich train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Southampton to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Southampton to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ipswich is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Southampton to Ipswich.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 59m
£71–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
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 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Ipswichcar 150.1 mi
3h 13m
£37–53
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3h 42m
£84–156

Southampton to Ipswich by train and subway

232Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ipswich via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 15m.

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