What is the cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop via Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Ipswich via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

The distance between Rayleigh and Ipswich is 54 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

How do I travel from Rayleigh to Ipswich without a car?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Ipswich bus from?

Rayleigh to Ipswich bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from The Library station.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Ipswich train from?

Rayleigh to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Ipswich bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Ipswich bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Ipswich train arrive?

Rayleigh to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Ipswich is 51 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Rayleigh to Ipswich.

How do I get a train ticket from Rayleigh to Ipswich?

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Rayleigh to Ipswich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rayleigh to Ipswich by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Library to Bus Stationbus 3 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
1h 44m
£21–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Library to Bus Stationbus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stopbus Uk007
3h 18m
£5–10
Drive 51.1 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Ipswichcar 51.1 mi
54 min
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Shenfieldtrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2h 5m
£30–56

Rayleigh to Ipswich by bus and train

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Distance: 53.7 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Rayleigh, England and Ipswich, England?

You can take a bus from The Library to Ipswich Cardinal Park - Bus Stop via Bus Station and Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rayleigh to Ipswich via Shenfield in around 2h 5m.

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