Braintree to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

28.5 miles 45.9 km · straight line
33 miles actual route 53.1 km · driving distance
47min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Braintree from Ipswich?

The distance from Braintree to Ipswich is 28.5 miles (45.9 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Braintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 33 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Braintree 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 Braintree to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 47min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Braintree & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m 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 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 873.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM