Ipswich to Leighton Buzzard: Road Trip Guide & Distance

77.8 miles 125.2 km · straight line
110.5 miles actual route 177.9 km · driving distance
2h 8min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
263° W bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Leighton Buzzard?

The distance from Ipswich to Leighton Buzzard is 77.8 miles (125.2 km) as the crow flies. Leighton Buzzard is located W of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 110.5 miles, taking about 2h 8min. 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. 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 Leighton Buzzard. 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 Leighton Buzzard

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 8min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 34min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 2min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Leighton Buzzard

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Leighton Buzzard
51.92°N, 0.66°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 320.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM