Burnley to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

185.4 miles 298.4 km · straight line
232.5 miles actual route 374.1 km · driving distance
4h 41min estimated drive time
£35 - £43 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Ipswich?

The distance from Burnley to Ipswich is 185.4 miles (298.4 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located SE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 232.5 miles, taking about 4h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 41min £35 - £43 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 37min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 27min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m 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 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM