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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ipswich to Wellington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Wellington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a train costs an average of $110.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$110 Average price | $101 Average price Cheapest |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Wellington:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ipswich to Wellington costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Wellington take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 45m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Wellington
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Trains from Ipswich to Wellington run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€90) but you can travel from only $101 (€83) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€90) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Ipswich to Wellington trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Ipswich and Wellington from $101 (€83). 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 Wellington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Wellington 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 Wellington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ipswich to Wellington
Most Ipswich to Wellington trains use the Ipswich to Wellington (Shropshire) station pair. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Wellington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ipswich station do trains to Wellington leave from?
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.
Which Wellington station do trains from Ipswich arrive at?
Getting to Wellington (Shropshire) from Wellington city centre
Wellington (Shropshire) train station facilities and services
Wellington (Shropshire) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellington (Shropshire). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wellington (Shropshire): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellington (Shropshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellington (Shropshire): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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