Basildon to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

45.2 miles 72.7 km · straight line
56 miles actual route 90.1 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Basildon from Ipswich?

The distance from Basildon to Ipswich is 45.2 miles (72.7 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located NE of Basildon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 56 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Basildon 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 Basildon to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 19min $4–$8* Budget

At 56 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Basildon
51.57°N, 0.46°E
Europe/London
31m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 551.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM