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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Derby
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Derby will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ipswich for Derby on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
8:20 AM4h07Ipswich12:27 PMDerby$471One-way0 transfers
9:58 AM3h29Ipswich1:27 PMDerby$1121One-way0 transfers
- 9:58 AM3h29Ipswich1:27 PMDerby$1121One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 AM4h07Ipswich12:27 PMDerby$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ipswich to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Derby:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ipswich to Derby costing on average $72 (€59).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
Tickets start at around $67 (€55) compared to roughly $55 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.41 (€-9.35). The journey takes 3h 26m versus 3h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ipswich to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Derby trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 AM Ipswich | 4h07 | 12:27 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:58 AM Ipswich | 3h29 | 1:27 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Derby
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Trains from Ipswich to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 3:47 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry from Ipswich to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry trains will get you between Ipswich and Derby from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ipswich to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ipswich to Derby
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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