Ipswich to Maidstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

61.2 miles 98.5 km · straight line
89.2 miles actual route 143.5 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
207° SSW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Maidstone?

The distance from Ipswich to Maidstone is 61.2 miles (98.5 km) as the crow flies. Maidstone is located SSW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 89.2 miles, taking about 1h 46min. 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. 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 Maidstone. 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 Maidstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Maidstone

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Maidstone
51.27°N, 0.52°E
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 406.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM