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What is the best way to travel from Birkenhead to Ipswich?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Ipswich from Birkenhead. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 15m
£54
£60
2
Train
4h 46m
£192
£192
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Ipswich from Birkenhead?

You can reach Ipswich with just £54 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
Thursday
from £54
Friday
Saturday
from £60
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £56

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £61

    • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 46m
    0
    06:19
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:05
    Ipswich
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £192
  • Merseyrail
    4h 47m
    0
    07:18
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    12:05
    Ipswich
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £192

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    12h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £60
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:10
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £64

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £63

What are the fastest trips from Birkenhead to Ipswich?

You can get to Ipswich from Birkenhead in just 4h 46m with a Train from Merseyrail. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
from 4h 46m
Friday
Saturday
from 10h 15m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 10h 30m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 46m
    0
    06:19
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:05
    Ipswich
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £192
  • Merseyrail
    4h 47m
    0
    07:18
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    12:05
    Ipswich
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £192

    • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £61
  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:10
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £64
  • National Express
    12h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £60

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    23:55
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £63
  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:45
    Ipswich
    Cardinal Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Birkenhead to Ipswich

What are the most popular stations in Birkenhead and Ipswich?

In Birkenhead, you will usually depart from Europa Boulevard, 12 Quays Ferry Terminal or Eastham New Chester Rd, while in Ipswich you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Cardinal Park Cinema Bus Station or Derby Road Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Ipswich from Birkenhead? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birkenhead and Ipswich, you can pay as low as £54 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Merseyrail: you will get to Ipswich in just 4h 46m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birkenhead and Ipswich are National Express and Merseyrail, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Birkenhead and Ipswich is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Liverpool or to Kesgrave, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Wethersfield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Birkenhead to Ipswich?

The most popular companies between Birkenhead and Ipswich, are National Express and Merseyrail. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Merseyrail

All you need to know when you travel from Birkenhead to Ipswich

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birkenhead to Ipswich. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Birkenhead to Ipswich

How can I reach Ipswich from Birkenhead?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Ipswich from Birkenhead.

How far is Ipswich from Birkenhead?

The distance between Birkenhead and Ipswich is 317.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birkenhead and Ipswich?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 54 kgs, and a flight 78 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birkenhead to Ipswich?

You can get to Ipswich with just £54 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Ipswich in just 4h 46m with a Train from Merseyrail.

More routes to Birkenhead and to Ipswich

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birkenhead and to Ipswich. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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