Banbury to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.1 miles 170.7 km · straight line
136.7 miles actual route 220 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
89° E bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Ipswich?

The distance from Banbury to Ipswich is 106.1 miles (170.7 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located E of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.7 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Banbury and Ipswich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Banbury to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m elevation
Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 234.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM