Ipswich to Kempston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.4 miles 113.3 km · straight line
89 miles actual route 143.3 km · driving distance
1h 58min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Kempston?

The distance from Ipswich to Kempston is 70.4 miles (113.3 km) as the crow flies. Kempston is located W of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 89 miles, taking about 1h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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. 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. 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 Ipswich and Kempston. 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 Ipswich to Kempston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 58min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 22min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 52min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Kempston

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Kempston
52.12°N, 0.50°W
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 353.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM