Birmingham to Ipswich train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Ipswich

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

$91

Average

$133

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C49473

05:30AM3h37

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:07AMIpswich station (IPS)

$911One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

C49474

05:50AM3h34

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:24AMIpswich station (IPS)

$911One-way

2 transfers

C65840

05:19AM4h06

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:25AMIpswich station (IPS)

$1491One-way

1 transfer

P11555

05:52AM4h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:24AMIpswich station (IPS)

$2031One-way

3 transfers

Birmingham to Ipswich train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country C65840	05:19AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	4h06	09:25AM Ipswich station (IPS)	1 transfer
Avanti West Coast C49473	05:30AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	3h37	09:07AM Ipswich station (IPS)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C49474	05:50AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	3h34	09:24AM Ipswich station (IPS)	2 transfers
West Midlands Railway P11555	05:52AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	4h32	10:24AM Ipswich station (IPS)	3 transfers
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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Ipswich

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 34 m

Average

3 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

213 km

It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Ipswich without transferring at least once.

Fastest

C49474

05:50AM3h34

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:24AMIpswich station (IPS)

$911One-way

2 transfers

C49473

05:30AM3h37

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:07AMIpswich station (IPS)

$911One-way

2 transfers

C65840

05:19AM4h06

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:25AMIpswich station (IPS)

$1491One-way

1 transfer

P11555

05:52AM4h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:24AMIpswich station (IPS)

$2031One-way

3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Ipswich

Trains from Birmingham to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€44) but you can travel from only $21 (€19) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€19)

Distance

132 miles (213 km)

Average train duration

3h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$48 (€44)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 11m

First train

05:10

Last train

21:11

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€19)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways from Birmingham to Ipswich trains

Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways trains will get you to Ipswich from Birmingham from $47 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Birmingham to Ipswich with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $47
Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham to Ipswich. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Birmingham to Ipswich with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 4 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $107

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train to Ipswich from Birmingham: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Birmingham to Ipswich train information with Chiltern Railways:

Average Duration: 4 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $112

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Ipswich

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Ipswich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Ipswich.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Ipswich can start from as little as $48 (€44) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Ipswich is $84 (€77); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Ipswich from Birmingham is on average 3 h 11 min for the 132 mile (213 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Birmingham to Ipswich by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Ipswich leaves at 5: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Ipswich leaves at 9: 11 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Birmingham to Ipswich which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Birmingham to Ipswich you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Birmingham and Ipswich on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 11 PM.

A trip to Ipswich from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Ipswich is July.

You have options as you can travel from Birmingham to Ipswich 2 different ways: train or bus.