Chichester to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.7 miles 191 km · straight line
149.5 miles actual route 240.6 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Chichester from Ipswich?

The distance from Chichester to Ipswich is 118.7 miles (191 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located NE of Chichester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.5 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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 Chichester 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 Chichester to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chichester & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Chichester
50.84°N, 0.78°W
Europe/London
20m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM