How long is the drive?

About 5.5 hours via the M4 and A12.

Yes, the city center is compact.

National Express operates direct coaches from Swansea to Ipswich.

Burry Port

Ipswich

Train Driving

Burry Port to Ipswich

Updated: 30 May 2026

The journey from Burry Port to Ipswich covers approximately 420 km. By train, you will travel to Swansea, then to London Paddington, transfer to London Liverpool Street, and take a Greater Anglia train to Ipswich. Driving involves taking the M4, M25, and A12 roads. Expect a travel time of around 6 hours and 30 minutes by rail. The drive is long and subject to traffic near London. This route connects the Welsh coast with the historic town of Ipswich in Suffolk.

Total Distance: Driving distance 420 km, straight-line air distance 350 km.

Fastest Way

Driving, taking approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Cheapest Way

Train, if booked as an Advance ticket well in advance.

Compare Burry Port to Ipswich Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	6 hours 30 mins	5 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	75-140 GBP	75-110 GBP fuel
Operator	Great Western Railway / Greater Anglia	N/A
Route	Burry Port to Swansea, Swansea to London Paddington, transfer to Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street to Ipswich.	M4 to M25, then A12 to Ipswich.
Tip	The transfer between Paddington and Liverpool Street is best done via the Elizabeth Line.	The A12 is a major road; expect some traffic near the city outskirts.

Travel Tips

London Transfer
Allow at least 60 minutes for the transfer between Paddington and Liverpool Street.
Train Booking
Use the Trainline app to monitor for delays on the Greater Anglia line.
Parking
Use the Crown car park for easy access to the city center.
Traffic
The M25 can be very busy; check live traffic reports before departing.
Connectivity
Ipswich has a good local bus network.