Hamburg to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

383 miles 616.4 km · straight line
459.6 miles estimated 739.7 km · driving distance
9h 15min estimated drive time
€79 - €98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Ipswich?

The distance from Hamburg to Ipswich is 383 miles (616.4 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located WSW of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459.6 miles, taking about 9h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Hamburg is in Germany, while Ipswich is 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. 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 15min €79 - €98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 6min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 47min $55–$161* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m 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 128 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients