Ipswich to Thetford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

30.1 miles 48.4 km · straight line
33.9 miles actual route 54.5 km · driving distance
50min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Thetford?

The distance from Ipswich to Thetford is 30.1 miles (48.4 km) as the crow flies. Thetford is located NW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 33.9 miles, taking about 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 50min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Thetford

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m elevation
Thetford
52.42°N, 0.75°E
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 828 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM