Edinburgh to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

321.6 miles 517.5 km · straight line
405.4 miles actual route 652.5 km · driving distance
7h 41min estimated drive time
£61 - £76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Ipswich?

The distance from Edinburgh to Ipswich is 321.6 miles (517.5 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.4 miles, taking about 7h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 41min £61 - £76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 13min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 18min $49–$142* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM