Route from Oxford to Ipswich

The distance between Oxford and Ipswich is 141 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.

From: Oxford, County: Oxfordshire, England
To: Ipswich, County: Suffolk, England
141 mi , 2 h 28 min
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Route from Oxford to Ipswich on map



Driving directions from Oxford to Ipswich

141 mi 2 h 28 min
1.
Head south on St Aldate's (A420)
0.4 mi
2.
Continue onto Folly Bridge (A4144)
534 ft
3.
Continue onto Abingdon Road (A4144)
1.2 mi
4.
Enter Kennington Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Southern By-pass Road (A423)
78 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Southern By-pass Road (A423)
226 ft
6.
Merge right onto Southern Bypass (A423)
228 ft
7.
Continue onto Southern By-pass Road (A423)
0.6 mi
8.
Take the ramp on the left towards A4142: Ring road
456 ft
9.
Merge right onto Eastern Bypass (A4142)
0.4 mi
10.
Enter Littlemore Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Eastern By-pass Road (A4142)
307 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto Eastern By-pass Road (A4142)
3.4 mi
12.
Enter Green Road Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto London Road (A40)
367 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A40)
2.7 mi
14.
Continue onto Wheatley Bypass (A40)
1.5 mi
15.
Continue onto Wheatley Spur (M40)
28.9 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25(S): Watford
0.4 mi
17.
Keep left towards M25(N): Watford
9.6 mi
18.
Keep right onto M25
36.1 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left onto M25
1308 ft
20.
Keep left onto M25
4.5 mi
21.
Continue onto Mountnessing Bypass (A12)
1180 ft
22.
Continue onto Mountnessing By-Pass (A12)
0.4 mi
23.
Continue onto Mountnessing Bypass (A12)
3 mi
24.
Continue onto Margaretting Bypass (A12)
1.3 mi
25.
Continue onto Chelmsford Bypass (A12)
9.2 mi
26.
Continue onto Boreham Bypass (A12)
2.4 mi
27.
Continue onto Hatfield Peverel Bypass (A12)
4.6 mi
28.
Continue onto London Road (A12)
26.1 mi
29.
Enter Copdock Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto A1214
658 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto A1214
0.3 mi
31.
Make a slight left onto A1214
2 mi
32.
Continue onto Handford Road (A1071)
0.4 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Civic Drive (A1022)
223 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto Civic Drive (A1022)
340 ft
35.
Turn left onto Elm Street
619 ft
36.
Turn right onto Museum Street
279 ft
37.
Turn right onto Princes Street
424 ft
38.
Turn right onto Civic Drive (A1022)
588 ft
39.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Oxford to Ipswich by car?

Embarking on the journey from Oxford to Ipswich, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 24.4 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 143 pence per liter, and the car's thirst for fuel measures 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those opting for carpooling, the financial burden lightens, with a cost of 12.2 pounds for each of two passengers, 8.13 pounds for three passengers, and merely 6.1 pounds for four passengers.

Delving deeper into the mechanics of the calculation, we ascertain the amount of fuel required for the voyage. Covering a distance of approximately 140.96 miles, the car craves around 17.1 liters of petrol. This value is derived from the division of the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate, converted into liters for precision.

With the quantity of fuel determined, we proceed to compute the total expenditure. By multiplying the fuel volume (17.1 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 24.4 pounds. Thus, the journey from Oxford to Ipswich is marked by a fuel cost of 24.4 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Oxford to Ipswich.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 15.4 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 7.7 £ (15.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.13 £ (15.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.85 £ (15.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Oxford to Ipswich

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Oxford to Ipswich covers 138.15 miles and necessitates 2 hours and 35 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Oxford to Ipswich by car?

The cheapest route from Oxford to Ipswich is the second suggested route (138mi, 2h 35min) and costs 24 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Oxford to Ipswich is the first suggested route (141mi, 2h 28min) and costs 24.4 £.

For greater safety, the driver should choose the route that passes through the highway (median barrier) and not through smaller roads (curves in the road, bad road conditions, no median barrier).

How to get from Oxford to Ipswich?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 141mi (distance from Oxford to Ipswich) and its duration is 2h 28min. The slowest route is 138mi, and its duration is 2h 35min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Oxford to Ipswich by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Oxford to Ipswich. It provides driving directions from Oxford to Ipswich, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Oxford - Ipswich route, travel time, display of the route on the map, fuel cost (petrol, diesel) and toll (if exist) cost.

In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Oxford to Ipswich with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Oxford located?

Oxford is located in Oxfordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 67 meters above sea level. Oxford has coordinates 51.7520209o,-1.2577263o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Oxford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Ipswich?

Ipswich is located in Suffolk county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 6 meters above sea level. Ipswich has coordinates 52.0567360o,1.1482200o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Ipswich from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.