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Manchester to Ipswich by train
It takes an average of 6h 39m to travel from Manchester to Ipswich by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (278 km). There are normally 38 trains per day traveling from Manchester to Ipswich and tickets for this journey start from $33.78 when you book in advance.
| First train | 2:42 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:13 am | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 4h 6m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $33.78 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Manchester to Ipswich in 4 hours 6 minutes
If you want to travel from Manchester to Ipswich by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester to Ipswich by train to take around 6 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 38 trains per day running on this route, which spans 278 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Ipswich.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Manchester to Ipswich start from $33.78 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to Ipswich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Ipswich
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Ipswich is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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