Edinburgh to Ipswich Train
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Edinburgh to Ipswich by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Ipswich by train is 322.05 mi and takes 6 hrs 29 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 17:30. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Ipswich by train for as little as £54.30 or as much as £227.74. The best price for this journey is £54.30.
| Lowest Price | £54.30 |
| Journey Duration | 6 hrs 29 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo 24 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo £54.30 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo £227.74 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo 05:40 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo 17:30 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo 322.05 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo Ipswich |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Ipswich
The cheapest Edinburgh - Ipswich train tickets can be found for as low as £30.15 if you’re lucky, or £33.79 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.70.
Find the best day to travel to Ipswich by train
When travelling to Ipswich by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia and East Midlands Railway from Edinburgh to Ipswich
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Ipswich by train.
| Facilities | London North Eastern Railway | Greater Anglia | East Midlands Railway | Lumo |
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Edinburgh to Ipswich CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
36.28kg
Bus
38.87kg
Flight
103.66kg
Car
82.93kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Ipswich by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Ipswich are 36.28kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Ipswich? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Ipswich you will save 67.38kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.59kg compared to a bus and 46.65kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Ipswich?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Ipswich is £84.70. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £54.30.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Ipswich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Ipswich is £54.30. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Ipswich by train?
Edinburgh to Ipswich is 322.05 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Ipswich take?
Edinburgh to Ipswich is on average 6 hrs 29 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 51 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Ipswich?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Ipswich is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Ipswich?
Edinburgh to Ipswich has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Ipswich leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Ipswich departs at 05:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Ipswich depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Ipswich departs at 17:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Ipswich in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £54.30 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Ipswich by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Ipswich is 5 hrs 51 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Ipswich?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Ipswich.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Ipswich by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Ipswich creates 36.28kg of CO2 emissions.