4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ipswich
Cheapest price on 02 Oct
$31
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
$53
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
58 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
1 h 4 m
Trains on 02 Oct
51
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ipswich will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $31.
On Fri, 02 Oct, we found 51 trains from London to Ipswich, including 51 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P672598:02 PM1h24London Liverpool Street (LST)9:26 PMIpswich station (IPS)$311One-way0 changes- P012086:25 AM1h13London Liverpool Street (LST)7:38 AMIpswich station (IPS)$361One-way0 changes
- P012591:00 PM1h06London Liverpool Street (LST)2:06 PMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P0125412:30 PM1h06London Liverpool Street (LST)1:36 PMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P012631:30 PM1h05London Liverpool Street (LST)2:35 PMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P023565:00 PM0h58London Liverpool Street (LST)5:58 PMIpswich station (IPS)$591One-way0 changes
- P012631:30 PM1h05London Liverpool Street (LST)2:35 PMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P012309:30 AM1h05London Liverpool Street (LST)10:35 AMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P0123310:00 AM1h05London Liverpool Street (LST)11:05 AMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
- P012682:00 PM1h05London Liverpool Street (LST)3:05 PMIpswich station (IPS)$401One-way0 changes
Live departures
London to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ipswich trains for today, Thursday, 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P02356 | On time 5:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0h58 | 5:58 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67275 | On time 5:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h16 | 6:18 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01297 | On time 5:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h08 | 6:38 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67240 | On time 5:47 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h17 | 7:04 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01304 | On time 6:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h08 | 7:08 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67244 | On time 6:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h20 | 7:22 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01307 | On time 6:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h08 | 7:38 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67151 | On time 7:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h05 | 8:05 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67255 | On time 7:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h25 | 8:27 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01313 | On time 7:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 8:36 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01318 | On time 8:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h08 | 9:08 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67259 | On time 8:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h24 | 9:26 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01321 | On time 8:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 9:36 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 2 October | |||||
| P01203 | 6:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 7:06 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01208 | 6:25 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h13 | 7:38 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01211 | 7:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h05 | 8:05 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67192 | 7:04 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 8:26 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01215 | 7:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h08 | 8:38 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01218 | 8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h07 | 9:07 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67197 | 8:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 9:24 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01220 | 8:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 9:36 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01226 | 9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 10:06 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67203 | 9:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 10:24 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01230 | 9:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h05 | 10:35 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01233 | 10:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h05 | 11:05 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67207 | 10:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 11:24 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01236 | 10:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h09 | 11:39 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01241 | 11:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 12:06 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04676 | 11:02 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 12:24 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01245 | 11:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 12:36 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01250 | 12:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 1:06 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01341 | 12:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 1:24 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01254 | 12:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 1:36 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01259 | 1:00 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h06 | 2:06 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04679 | 1:02 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h22 | 2:24 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Ipswich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $10 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 56m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from London to Ipswich trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London and Ipswich from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ipswich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ipswich
Most London to Ipswich trains use the London Liverpool Street to Ipswich station pair, with some services arriving at Derby Road. Use this guide to compare London and Ipswich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Ipswich leave from?
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ipswich station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Ipswich from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich train station facilities and services
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Derby Road from Ipswich city centre
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road train station facilities and services
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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