Ipswich to Strood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

54.4 miles 87.6 km · straight line
79.9 miles actual route 128.6 km · driving distance
1h 34min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Strood?

The distance from Ipswich to Strood is 54.4 miles (87.6 km) as the crow flies. Strood is located SSW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.9 miles, taking about 1h 34min. 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 Strood. 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 Strood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 34min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 53min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Strood

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Strood
51.39°N, 0.48°E
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 457.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM