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13/12/2025
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London to Ipswich by train

The journey from London to Ipswich by train is 65.4 mi and takes 1 hr 19 mins. There are 27 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:23 and the last at 21:50. It is possible to travel from London to Ipswich by train for as little as £15.06 or as much as £73.16. The best price for this journey is £15.06.

Lowest Price £15.06
Journey Duration 1 hr 19 mins
Connection per Day 27
Lowest Price £15.06
Highest Price £73.16
First Departure 05:23
Last Departure 21:50
Distance 65.4 mi
Departure London
Arrival Ipswich
Carriers Greater Anglia

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Ipswich

The cheapest London - Ipswich train tickets can be found for as low as £18.37 if you’re lucky, or £28.93 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £44.85.

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 Greater Anglia from London to Ipswich
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London to Ipswich CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
7.37kg
Bus
7.89kg
Flight
21.05kg
Car
16.84kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Ipswich by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Ipswich are 7.37kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Ipswich? By taking the train between London and Ipswich you will save 13.68kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.52kg compared to a bus and 9.47kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Ipswich?
A train ticket from London to Ipswich is £41.30. 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 £15.06.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Ipswich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Ipswich is £15.06. 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 London and Ipswich by train?
London to Ipswich is 65.4 mi.
How long does the train between London and Ipswich take?
London to Ipswich is on average 1 hr 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 58 mins.
How many train connections per day go from London to Ipswich?
London to Ipswich has 27 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Ipswich leave?
The earliest train from London to Ipswich departs at 05:23. 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 London to Ipswich depart?
The latest train from London to Ipswich departs at 21:50. 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 London 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 £15.06 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.
How many direct connections depart from London to Ipswich?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from London to go to Ipswich.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Ipswich by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Ipswich is 0 hrs 58 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Ipswich?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Ipswich.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Ipswich by train?
The train journey from London to Ipswich creates 7.37kg of CO2 emissions.

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