How far is it from Ampton to Hessett?

The distance between Ampton and Hessett is 12 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ampton to Hessett?

The drive from Ampton to Hessett takes approximately 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Ampton to Hessett?

The fastest route from Ampton to Hessett covers 12 mi with a driving time of approximately 20 min.

Which direction is Hessett from Ampton?

Hessett lies roughly to the south-east of Ampton.

Are there charging stations between Ampton and Hessett?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ampton to Hessett, including 15 A1088, Bury Saint Edmunds (250 kW); Elveden Inn, Elveden (250 kW); Fiveways Roundabout, Forest Heath (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 56.

Ampton Hessett

Distance: 12 miDuration: 20 min

Driving from Ampton to Hessett takes about 20 min via A14. The distance is 12 mi. The straight-line distance is 8 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 12 mi

1 Depart onto New Road 2 mi
2 Turn left onto Bury Road 1 mi
3 Enter roundabout left 51 yd
4 Exit roundabout straight 2 mi
5 Enter roundabout left 55 yd
6 Exit roundabout slightly left 1 mi
7 Enter roundabout straight onto Compiegne Way 117 yd
8 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Compiegne Way 1 mi
9 Enter rotary straight 107 yd
10 Exit rotary slightly left 6 mi
11 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
12 Turn right 61 yd
13 Continue straight onto Thurston Road 1 mi

14 Continue straight onto The Green 1 mi
15 At end of road, turn right onto Bury Road 1 mi
16 Turn left onto Church Road 1 mi
17 Continue straight onto Quaker Lane 1 mi
18 Continue straight onto The Street 1 mi
19 Arrive onto The Green

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The return trip from Hessett to Ampton covers roughly the same distance, 12 mi.

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Charging points along the way

56 chargers

15 A1088, Bury Saint Edmunds15 A1088 , Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9QR250 kW
Elveden Inn, ElvedenElveden Inn, Elveden, Suffolk, IP24 3TP250 kW
Fiveways Roundabout, Forest HeathFiveways Roundabout, Forest Heath, England, IP28 6AE150 kW
Sow Lane, Bury Saint EdmundsSow Lane, Bury Saint Edmunds, England, IP30 9NF150 kW
1 Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds1 Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3HA50 kW

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Hessett → Lower Green, Suffolk4 mi · 10 min Hessett → Hitcham11 mi · 25 min Hessett → Canham's Green12 mi · 20 min Hessett → Rattlesden5 mi · 15 min Hessett → Whelp Street9 mi · 30 min Hessett → Culford11 mi · 15 min

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How far is it from Ampton to Hessett?: The distance between Ampton and Hessett is 12 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ampton to Hessett?: The drive from Ampton to Hessett takes approximately 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Ampton to Hessett?: The fastest route from Ampton to Hessett covers 12 mi with a driving time of approximately 20 min.
Which direction is Hessett from Ampton?: Hessett lies roughly to the south-east of Ampton.
Are there charging stations between Ampton and Hessett?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ampton to Hessett, including 15 A1088, Bury Saint Edmunds (250 kW); Elveden Inn, Elveden (250 kW); Fiveways Roundabout, Forest Heath (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 56.

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