Basingstoke to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.7 miles 178.2 km · straight line
141.3 miles actual route 227.4 km · driving distance
2h 37min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is Basingstoke from Ipswich?

The distance from Basingstoke to Ipswich is 110.7 miles (178.2 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Basingstoke. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.3 miles, taking about 2h 37min. 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 Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 37min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 8min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 29min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basingstoke & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Basingstoke
51.26°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
96m 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 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM