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How to get from Southampton to Ipswich?

Are you planning to travel to Ipswich from Southampton and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Southampton to Ipswich, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Southampton and Ipswich, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Greater Anglia, South West Trains, Southern Railways, Blablacar or National Express), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Southampton and Ipswich, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Southampton Ipswich trip.

For your trip from Southampton to Ipswich, you have several transport options

Southampton to Ipswich bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Southampton to Ipswich, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Southampton to Ipswich train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Southampton Ipswich train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Southampton Ipswich

Carpooling between Southampton and Ipswich is perfect if you want to travel to Ipswich in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Southampton or Ipswich.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Southampton to Ipswich transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Southampton Ipswich

City of departure
Southampton
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Ipswich
United Kingdom
England
Distance
136 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Southampton to Ipswich easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Southampton to Ipswich easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Southampton and Ipswich that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Greater Anglia, South West Trains, Southern Railways, Blablacar or National Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Southampton and Ipswich with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Southampton and Ipswich

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Southampton to Ipswich?
Landscapes Trains between Southampton and Ipswich often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Environmentally friendly The Southampton-Ipswich train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Southampton Ipswich train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Southampton Ipswich train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Southampton to Ipswich?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Southampton and Ipswich, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Southampton to Ipswich are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Ipswich (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Southampton to Ipswich are usually much slower than trains to Ipswich to cover the 136 mi distance.
Comfort Southampton-Ipswich buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Southampton to Ipswich?
Flexible Carpooling from Southampton to Ipswich is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Southampton to Ipswich.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Southampton to Ipswich.

Where to start from in Southampton? Where do I arrive in Ipswich?

Southampton departure bus stations

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Southampton Departure Stations

Southampton Airport (Parkway)
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St Denys
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Ipswich arrival coach stations

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Ipswich Arrival Stations

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coach Southampton Ipswich

The frequency of departures to Southampton from Ipswich varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Ipswich, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Buses between Southampton and Ipswich usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Southampton-Ipswich route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Southampton to Ipswich on Vivanoda.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Southampton-Ipswich bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Southampton Ipswich

National Express
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Trains Southampton Ipswich

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Southampton to Ipswich. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Southampton and Ipswich.

Trains between Southampton and Ipswich are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Southampton to Ipswich, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Southampton to Ipswich. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

Train companies from Southampton to Ipswich

Greater Anglia
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South West Trains
South West Trains
Southern Railways
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Carpool Southampton Ipswich

The duration of a carpool trip between Southampton and Ipswich also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

The average cost of a carpool from Southampton to Ipswich depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Southampton to Ipswich, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Southampton to Ipswich depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Southampton and Ipswich, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Southampton Ipswich

Blablacar
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