The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Ipswich will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Ipswich on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.
9:01 AM4h34Wolverhampton1:35 PMIpswich$1091One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM4h34Wolverhampton1:35 PMIpswich$1091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $52, and a bus costs an average of $96.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wolverhampton to Ipswich:
A train is $23 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wolverhampton to Ipswich costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Ipswich take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€80) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.54 (€-30.71). The journey takes 3h 28m versus 3h 8m 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
Wolverhampton to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:01 AM Wolverhampton | 4h34 | 1:35 PM Ipswich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Ipswich from $52 (€43). 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 Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Ipswich
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
- 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.
- 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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