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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Ipswich is to car ferry which costs £70 - £100 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Ipswich is to fly and train which takes 2h 34m and costs £100 - £320.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Ipswich via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Ipswich?

The distance between Rotterdam and Ipswich is 260 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Rotterdam to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Ipswich train from?

Rotterdam to Ipswich train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Ipswich?

Ipswich is 1h behind Rotterdam. It is currently 10:54 PM in Rotterdam and 9:54 PM in Ipswich.

Where does the Rotterdam to Ipswich train arrive?

Rotterdam to Ipswich train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at London St. Pancras Int. station.

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

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Where can I stay near Ipswich?

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Rotterdam to Ipswich - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Rotterdam to Ipswich by plane, train, train (Eurostar), car ferry, car, car train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to London City Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to London City Airport (LCY)plane RTM - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
2h 34m
£100–316
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Hoek van Holland to Harwich International Portcarferry
9h 47m
£70–97
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to London St. Pancras Int.train Eurostar
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 57m
£89–377
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Ipswichcar
5h 53m
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane RTM - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus
3. Take the train from Marks Tey to Ipswichtrain
3h 26m
£148–383
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Ipswichcar
6h 59m
£97–147

Rotterdam to Ipswich by train and subway

52Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.6 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Ipswich, England?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Ipswich via London St. Pancras Int., King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Stena Line operates a car ferry from Port of Hoek van Holland to Harwich International Port twice daily. Tickets cost £55–75 and the journey takes 7h.

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