Ipswich to Rayleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

40.3 miles 64.9 km · straight line
51.3 miles actual route 82.5 km · driving distance
1h 2min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Rayleigh?

The distance from Ipswich to Rayleigh is 40.3 miles (64.9 km) as the crow flies. Rayleigh is located SW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.3 miles, taking about 1h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Rayleigh. 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 Rayleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 2min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 14min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Rayleigh

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Rayleigh
51.59°N, 0.60°E
Europe/London
67m 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 617.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM