Ipswich to Kettering: Road Trip Guide & Distance

83 miles 133.6 km · straight line
96 miles actual route 154.5 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Kettering?

The distance from Ipswich to Kettering is 83 miles (133.6 km) as the crow flies. Kettering is located WNW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 96 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Kettering. 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 Kettering

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Kettering

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Kettering
52.40°N, 0.73°W
Europe/London
95m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 300 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM