Dunstable to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.5 miles 116.6 km · straight line
100.7 miles actual route 162.1 km · driving distance
1h 58min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
80° E bearing direction

How far is Dunstable from Ipswich?

The distance from Dunstable to Ipswich is 72.5 miles (116.6 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located E of Dunstable. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.7 miles, taking about 1h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Dunstable 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 Dunstable to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 58min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 22min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 52min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dunstable & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 343.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM