Trains from London to Ipswich
Greater Anglia offers regular and direct trains from London to Ipswich.
Trains leave roughly every 30 minutes* taking just over an hour to get to Ipswich. Ipswich train station is within handy walking distance of the town centre, beautiful waterfront and Portman Road Stadium, home to Ipswich Town FC. Tickets from London to Ipswich start from £10, you won’t find a cheaper deal anywhere else, but in the unlikely event you do find a cheaper Ipswich to London train fare, we’ll refund the difference with our online price promise.
Have Questions? Read Our FAQ Below
What time does the first train leave from London to Ipswich?
The first train departs London Liverpool Street station for Ipswich at 06:00 Monday to Friday. On Saturdays, the first London to Ipswich train departs at 05:34 and on Sundays it leaves at 08:02.
What time does the last train leave from London to Ipswich?
The last train departs London Liverpool Street station for Ipswich at 23:30 every day.
Where does the London to Ipswich train stop?
The London to Ipswich train stops at Stratford, Romford, Shenfield, Ingatestone, Chelmsford, Hatfield Peverel, Witham, Kelvedon, Marks Tey, Colchester, Manningtree and Ipswich. The stops will differ depending on the service as the fast London to Ipswich train skips some stops.
Is there Wi-Fi on the London to Ipswich train?
Wi-Fi is provided on all of our services so you can catch up with your boxsets, update your social media or do last minute preparation for your big meeting.
How long does it take to get from London to Ipswich?
The average journey time between London and Ipswich is 76 minutes, depending on the number of stops. The fastest journey between London Liverpool Street and Ipswich is only 55 minutes.
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Season Tickets
Do you travel to Ipswich from London often? It may be worth considering a season ticket, especially if you travel more than three days a week. Use our season ticket calculator to find out what you can save when you buy a season ticket for London to Ipswich.
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Buy in advance
Plan your trip from London to Ipswich in advance and find the cheapest train tickets. Train fares from London start from just £10 one way.
Download the app
Get the cheapest tickets from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich when you plan your journey and buy tickets using the Greater Anglia app.
Things to do in Ipswich
The county town of Suffolk, Ipswich offers a great choice of shops, restaurants and attractions. Take a stroll along the pretty waterfront, explore the grounds of Christchurch Park and learn more about the town’s history at the Ipswich museum. For an up-to-date London Liverpool Street to Ipswich timetable, check the Greater Anglia website or download the app.
