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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colchester to Ipswich

Composite routes from Colchester to Ipswich

Cheapest
25 min
Car
29 km.
from $1
Other
1 h 19 min
Bus
26 km.
from €16.30
Details

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Colchester to Ipswich
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Osborne Street to Willis
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Colchester to Ipswich
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Bus operators

Ipswich Buses

Phone:
+44 800 919390
Email:
info@ipswichbuses.co.uk
Website:
ipswichbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Osborne Street to Willis
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Osborne Street to Railway
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Railway Station Layby to Willis
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ipswich is to rideshare which costs $2.54 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ipswich is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ipswich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Willis Building. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ipswich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Ipswich. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Ipswich?

The distance between Colchester and Ipswich is 27 km. The road distance is 28.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

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

The train from Colchester to Ipswich takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ipswich bus from?

Colchester to Ipswich bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ipswich train from?

Colchester to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train, bus or fly from Colchester to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ipswich is to train which takes 18 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 19m. There are no good options to fly between Colchester to Ipswich.

Where does the Colchester to Ipswich bus arrive?

Colchester to Ipswich bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Willis Building station.

Where does the Colchester to Ipswich train arrive?

Colchester to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ipswich is 28 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Colchester to Ipswich.

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

Book your Colchester to Ipswich train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ipswich?

There are 750+ hotels available in Ipswich. Prices start at $63.38 per night.

Can I share a ride from Colchester to Ipswich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Colchester and Ipswich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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