Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich) by train
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Clacton-on-Sea | |
| Arrival station | Derby Road (Ipswich) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 20m | |
| Distance | 18 miles (29 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich) in 1 hour 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 25 minutes to travel the 18 miles (29 km) from Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia for all or at least part of your journey to Derby Road (Ipswich).
Book train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Derby Road (Ipswich) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Clacton-on-Sea to Derby Road (Ipswich)
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