Clacton-on-Sea to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18.6 miles 30 km · straight line
29.1 miles actual route 46.8 km · driving distance
39min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
360° N bearing direction

How far is Clacton-on-Sea from Ipswich?

The distance from Clacton-on-Sea to Ipswich is 18.6 miles (30 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located N of Clacton-on-Sea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 29.1 miles, taking about 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Clacton-on-Sea 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 Clacton-on-Sea to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 39min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Clacton-on-Sea & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Clacton-on-Sea
51.79°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
17m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM