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Ipswich to Portchester by train

First train

05:45

Last train

17:42

Departure station

Ipswich

Arrival station

Portchester

Journey time

From 3h 48m

Distance

128 miles (206 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Ipswich to Portchester by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Ipswich to Portchester? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Ipswich and Portchester, which usually take 3 hours 55 minutes to complete the 128 miles (206 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Portchester by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Ipswich to Portchester if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Portchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Ipswich to Portchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Ipswich and Portchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Ipswich to Portchester is 3 hours and 48 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ipswich to Portchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Ipswich to Portchester. Travelling from Ipswich to Portchester by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Ipswich to Portchester leave?

The first train from Ipswich to Portchester leaves at 05:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Ipswich to Portchester leave?

The last train from Ipswich to Portchester leaves at 17:42. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Ipswich and Portchester by train?

Trains travelling from Ipswich to Portchester cover a distance of around 128 miles (206 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Portchester to Ipswich.

Cheap train tickets from Ipswich to Portchester

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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