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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich without transferring at least once.
P46692 · P47541P46644 · P47534P46668 · P47537
C75394+P49732P46680 · P50759 · P47690P46656 · P50753 · P47534P46644 · P47534P46668 · P47537P46692 · P47541P46680 · P50759 · P47690
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€41 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P46656 · P50753 · P47534 | On time 8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h10 | 10:35 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 transfers | |
| C75394+P49732 | On time 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h32 | 11:00 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| P46668 · P47537 | On time 8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 11:05 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| P46680 · P50759 · P47690 | On time 8:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 11:24 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 transfers | |
| P46692 · P47541 | On time 9:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h28 | 11:39 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| P46644 · P47534 | On time 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 10:35 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich from $15 (€12). 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 London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Wifi
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
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