Gothenburg to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

579.6 miles 932.7 km · straight line
695.4 miles estimated 1119.2 km · driving distance
13h 59min estimated drive time
SEK 1309 - SEK 1612 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Ipswich?

The distance from Gothenburg to Ipswich is 579.6 miles (932.7 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located SW of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 695.4 miles, taking about 13h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Ipswich is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gothenburg and Ipswich. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gothenburg to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 59min SEK 1309 - SEK 1612 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 47min $56–$104* Budget
Train ~18h 11min $83–$243* Comfort

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m 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 193 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients