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Ipswich to Cardiff

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Ipswich, Great Britain → Cardiff, Great Britain

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Eight ways to Travel from Ipswich to Cardiff

Composite routes from Ipswich to Cardiff

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$44.30–$215.18

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$227.84

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

TerraVision UK

Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Stansted Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$20.25

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$215.18
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Ipswich to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Bus from London Stansted Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from London Victoria to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62

Greater Anglia

Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Ipswich to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Train from Ipswich to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Cardiff via London Stansted Airport and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Cardiff Central via Liverpool Street station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Cardiff?

The distance between Ipswich and Cardiff is 349 km. The road distance is 385.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Ipswich to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cardiff bus from?

Ipswich to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Ipswich station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Ipswich to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ipswich to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Stansted Airport station.

Where does the Ipswich to Cardiff train arrive?

Ipswich to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Cardiff is 385 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Ipswich to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $49.04 per night.
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