Bologna to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

700.5 miles 1127.4 km · straight line
840.7 miles estimated 1352.9 km · driving distance
16h 55min estimated drive time
€154 - €189 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Ipswich?

The distance from Bologna to Ipswich is 700.5 miles (1127.4 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located NW of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 840.7 miles, taking about 16h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Bologna is in Italy, while Ipswich is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna 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 Bologna to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 55min €154 - €189 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 18min $67–$126* Budget
Train ~22h 0min $101–$294* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m 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 234 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients