Manchester to Ipswich Train
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Manchester to Ipswich by train
The journey from Manchester to Ipswich by train is 172.69 mi and takes 5 hrs 28 mins. There are 10 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:10 and the last at 18:43. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Ipswich by train for as little as £26.84 or as much as £113.12. The best price for this journey is £26.84.
| Lowest Price | £26.84 |
| Journey Duration | 5 hrs 28 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express 10 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express £26.84 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express £113.12 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express 01:10 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express 18:43 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express 172.69 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express Manchester |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express Ipswich |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, CrossCountry Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, TransPennine Express |
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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 Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast and London North Eastern Railway from Manchester to Ipswich
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Ipswich by train.
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Manchester to Ipswich CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
19.45kg
Bus
20.84kg
Flight
55.58kg
Car
44.47kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Ipswich by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Ipswich are 19.45kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Ipswich? By taking the train between Manchester and Ipswich you will save 36.13kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.39kg compared to a bus and 25.02kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Ipswich?
A train ticket from Manchester to Ipswich is £79.14. 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 £26.84.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Ipswich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Ipswich is £26.84. 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 Manchester and Ipswich by train?
Manchester to Ipswich is 172.69 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Ipswich take?
Manchester to Ipswich is on average 5 hrs 28 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 39 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Ipswich?
The train journey from Manchester to Ipswich is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia and TransPennine Express.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Ipswich?
Manchester to Ipswich has 10 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Ipswich leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Ipswich departs at 01:10. 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 Manchester to Ipswich depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Ipswich departs at 18:43. 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 Manchester 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 £26.84 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 Manchester to Ipswich by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Ipswich is 4 hrs 39 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Ipswich?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Ipswich.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Ipswich by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Ipswich creates 19.45kg of CO2 emissions.