Cleethorpes to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115 miles 185 km · straight line
146.3 miles actual route 235.4 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
£22 - £27 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Cleethorpes from Ipswich?

The distance from Cleethorpes to Ipswich is 115 miles (185 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located SSE of Cleethorpes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.3 miles, taking about 3h 18min. 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 Cleethorpes 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 Cleethorpes to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min £22 - £27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 58min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cleethorpes & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Cleethorpes
53.56°N, 0.03°W
Europe/London
13m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 216.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM