Ipswich to Spalding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

74.6 miles 120 km · straight line
97 miles actual route 156.1 km · driving distance
2h 7min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Spalding?

The distance from Ipswich to Spalding is 74.6 miles (120 km) as the crow flies. Spalding is located NW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97 miles, taking about 2h 7min. 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 Spalding. 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 Spalding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 7min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 32min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 1min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Spalding

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Spalding
52.79°N, 0.15°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 334 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM