Bath to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

157.5 miles 253.5 km · straight line
200.5 miles actual route 322.7 km · driving distance
3h 53min estimated drive time
£30 - £37 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
71° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bath from Ipswich?

The distance from Bath to Ipswich is 157.5 miles (253.5 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Bath. By car, the driving distance is approximately 200.5 miles, taking about 3h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 Bath 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 Bath to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 53min £30 - £37 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 40min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 41min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bath & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Bath
51.38°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
18m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM