Cambridge, United Kingdom to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

45 miles 72.4 km · straight line
54.6 miles actual route 87.9 km · driving distance
1h 10min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
103° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Ipswich?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Ipswich is 45 miles (72.4 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ESE of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 54.6 miles, taking about 1h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 10min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 24min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 553.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM