Gravesend to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

54.2 miles 87.3 km · straight line
76 miles actual route 122.3 km · driving distance
1h 32min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
38° NE bearing direction

How far is Gravesend from Ipswich?

The distance from Gravesend to Ipswich is 54.2 miles (87.3 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located NE of Gravesend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Gravesend 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 Gravesend to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 32min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 50min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Gravesend & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Gravesend
51.44°N, 0.37°E
Europe/London
21m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 459 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM