How to travel from Ipswich to Ripon, United Kingdom

The distance between Ipswich and Ripon is around 358km (223 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Ipswich to Ripon by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RiponIpswich if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Peterborough and then to York.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    £64($76)
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1 similiar route

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Train to Norwich, plane

Take the train to Norwich then fly from Norwich (NWI) to Leeds Bradford (LBA) then take the train to Thirsk.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    £475($560)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Ripon.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Distance358km (223 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ipswich and Ripon

There are several options for getting from Ipswich to Ripon by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £62 ($73) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £63 ($74).

The distance between Ipswich and Ripon is around 358km (223 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 292km (181 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Ipswich and Ripon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ipswich to Ripon is to drive which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx £63 ($74).

The cheapest way to travel between Ipswich and Ripon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £62 ($73) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ipswich and Ripon. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ipswich to Ripon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Peterborough, York and Thirsk. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

Greater Anglia, LNER and Grand Central run train services between Ipswich and Ripon. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ipswich and Ripon. We recommend that you drive to Ripon. instead which will take 3h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ipswich to Ripon. We recommend that you take the train to London Liverpool Street then fly from London Heathrow (LHR) to Manchester (MAN) then take the train to Thirsk. instead which will take 5h 30m.

The closest major airport to Ripon is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Ripon. Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) and Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ipswich and Ripon. The distance is around 358km (223 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ipswich to Ripon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around £64 ($76).

How do I get from Ipswich to Ripon

Compare travel optionsbetween Ipswich and Ripon

Transport options from Ipswich to Ripon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 55m
£64($76)
twice daily370km (230 miles)
Train via Peterborough4h 30m
£62($73)
once daily371km (230 miles)
Train to Norwich, plane + 1 similar
4h 50m
£475($560)
twice daily899km (558 miles)
Train and Plane5h 30m
£270($320)
twice daily573km (356 miles)
Drive
3h 40m
£63($74)
on demand358km (223 miles)

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Airports near Ripon

The following major airports near Ripon offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Ripon
MME
Teesside International Airport (MME)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Ripon
DSA
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Ripon