Bern to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

451.8 miles 727.1 km · straight line
542.1 miles estimated 872.5 km · driving distance
10h 54min estimated drive time
CHF 105 - CHF 129 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Bern from Ipswich?

The distance from Bern to Ipswich is 451.8 miles (727.1 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located NW of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 542.1 miles, taking about 10h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Bern is in Switzerland, while Ipswich is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bern and Ipswich. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bern to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 54min CHF 105 - CHF 129 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 5min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~10h 21min $65–$190* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m 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 151 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients