Hertford to Ipswich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.6 miles 89.5 km · straight line
68.7 miles actual route 110.5 km · driving distance
1h 27min estimated drive time
£10 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hertford from Ipswich?

The distance from Hertford to Ipswich is 55.6 miles (89.5 km) as the crow flies. Ipswich is located ENE of Hertford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 68.7 miles, taking about 1h 27min. 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 Hertford 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 Hertford to Ipswich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 27min £10 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 44min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Hertford & Ipswich

Quick Facts

Hertford
51.80°N, 0.08°W
Europe/London
45m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 447.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM