Hemel Hempstead to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

71.6 miles 115.2 km · straight line
91.2 miles actual route 146.8 km · driving distance
1h 44min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from Ipswich?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to Ipswich is 71.6 miles (115.2 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.2 miles, taking about 1h 44min. 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 Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 44min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 5min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 39min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 347.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM