Bury St Edmunds to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

22.9 miles 36.8 km · straight line
27.3 miles actual route 44 km · driving distance
36min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
124° SE bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Ipswich?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Ipswich is 22.9 miles (36.8 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located SE of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.3 miles, taking about 36min. 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 Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 36min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM