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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Ipswich is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Swindon to Ipswich?

The distance between Swindon and Ipswich is 151 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Swindon to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ipswich bus from?

Swindon to Ipswich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ipswich train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Swindon to Ipswich is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Swindon to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Ipswich is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Swindon to Ipswich.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 42m
£70–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
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
5h 50m
£32–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk044 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 49m
£44–92
Drive 157.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Ipswichcar 157.4 mi
3h 3m
£39–56

Swindon to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Ipswich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 50m.

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