Ipswich to London Luton Airport train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$78

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 32 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

107 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ipswich to London Luton Airport will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Ipswich for London Luton Airport on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
08:11AM2h40
Ipswich
10:51AMLondon Luton Airport
$391One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater Anglia
08:41AM2h23
Ipswich
11:04AMLondon Luton Airport
$1171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Ipswich to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €30.

Distance: 66 miles (107 km)

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€40

Average price

2h 29m

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1h 59m

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3h 55m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Ipswich to London Luton Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:44 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greater_anglia8:11 AM Ipswich
2h40
10:51 AM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect
greater_anglia8:41 AM Ipswich
2h23
11:04 AM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Ipswich to London Luton Airport trains with Omio?

Abellio Greater Anglia operates all train services from Ipswich to London Luton Airport. Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio Greater Anglia tickets.

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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?

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  • Official reseller: Abellio Greater Anglia tickets can only be bought on Omio or Abellio Greater Anglia's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio Greater Anglia tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Abellio Greater Anglia tickets as they are not official sellers.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ipswich to London Luton Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport

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Trains from Ipswich to London Luton Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 08:53. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 2h 22m.

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
Distance
66 miles (107 km)
Average train duration
1h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
$33 (€27)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 22m
First train
07:15
Last train
08:53
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

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to London Luton Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and London Luton Airport from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€27)
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Ipswich to London Luton Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
There is no high speed train available from Ipswich to London Luton Airport.
A day trip from Ipswich to London Luton Airport is not feasible with a journey time of 2h 22m. However, trains are available with a frequency of 8 per day, covering a distance of 66 miles (107 km).
The distance by train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport is 66 miles (107 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport.
The train journey from Ipswich to London Luton Airport offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, providing views of the English countryside, small towns, and villages, though it is not typically regarded as one of the most scenic routes in England.
The first train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport leaves at 7:15 AM.
Train ticket prices from Ipswich to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $33 (€27), while the average price is around $44 (€35).
The last train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport leaves at 8:53 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to London Luton Airport is by train, with a cost of around $33 (€27).
The train from Ipswich to London Luton Airport takes 2h 22m and runs 8 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ipswich to London Luton Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to London Luton Airport.

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Popular train stations from Ipswich to London Luton Airport

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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Close to platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Ipswich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Derby Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel

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