Cardiff to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.5 miles 305 km · straight line
239.7 miles actual route 385.7 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
£36 - £45 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Ipswich?

The distance from Cardiff to Ipswich is 189.5 miles (305 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.7 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min £36 - £45 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM