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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Exeter is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Exeter is to train which takes 4h and costs £110 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ipswich to Exeter?

The distance between Ipswich and Exeter is 247 miles. The road distance is 244.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ipswich to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Exeter train from?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Exeter train arrive?

Ipswich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Exeter is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Ipswich to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Exeter.

Ipswich to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Exeter by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h
£112–218
Drive 243.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Exetercar 243.2 mi
4h 53m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)plane NWI - EXT
11h 11m
£266–797
Train via London
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 26m
£109–238

Ipswich to Exeter by train

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Exeter St Davids via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h.

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