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Felixstowe, UK

Felixstowe is a port town and civil parish in the East Suffolk District of Suffolk, England. The estimated population in 2017 was 24,521.

Type City

Why go

  • Port town in Suffolk, England.
  • Served by Woodbridge Airfield.

History

Felixstowe is a port town and civil parish in the East Suffolk District of Suffolk, England. The estimated population in 2017 was 24,521. The Port of Felixstowe is the largest container port in the United Kingdom. Felixstowe is approximately 72 miles (116 km) northeast of London.

Airports

Woodbridge Airfield 9.1 mi to the centre
Woodbridge, Suffolk, ENG, GB
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Getting there by ferry

Felixstowe Ferry jetty
Ferry terminal · 2.6 mi from the centre
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Bawdsey Quay
Ferry terminal · 2.7 mi from the centre
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Harwich Cruise Terminal
Ferry terminal · 4.1 mi from the centre
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Harwich International Port
Ferry terminal · 4.3 mi from the centre
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Landing Place (Private)
Ferry terminal · 10 mi from the centre
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National trust jetty
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
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Felixstowe - Bawdsey Ferry
Ferry route
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Harwich Harbour Ferry
Ferry route
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Harwich - Rotterdam (Freight only)
Ferry route
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Havergate Island Ferry
Ferry route
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Hook of Holland - Harwich
Ferry route · Stena Line B.V.
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Hoek van Holland - Harwich
Ferry route · Stena Line B.V.
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Harwich - Hoek van Holland
Ferry route · Stena Line B.V.
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Woodbridge Airfield. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 6 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Felixstowe Ferry jetty, 2.6 mi); routes include Felixstowe - Bawdsey Ferry, Harwich Harbour Ferry, Harwich - Rotterdam (Freight only).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Felixstowe, UK. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach