Ipswich to Lowestoft: Road Trip Guide & Distance

38.2 miles 61.5 km · straight line
44.4 miles actual route 71.5 km · driving distance
1h 13min estimated drive time
£7 - £8 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Lowestoft?

The distance from Ipswich to Lowestoft is 38.2 miles (61.5 km) as the crow flies. Lowestoft is located NE of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 44.4 miles, taking about 1h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Ipswich and Lowestoft. 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 Lowestoft

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 13min £7 - £8 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Lowestoft

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Lowestoft
52.48°N, 1.75°E
Europe/London
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 651.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM