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It takes an average of 3h 29m to travel from Crawley to Ipswich by train, over a distance of around 86 miles (139 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Crawley to Ipswich and tickets for this journey start from £62.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:53 | |
| Departure station | Crawley | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 86 miles (139 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £62.20 | |
| Train operators | Greater Anglia, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Crawley to Ipswich in 2 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Crawley to Ipswich? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 29 minutes to travel the 86 miles (139 km) from Crawley to Ipswich by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 51 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. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Ipswich. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Crawley to Ipswich in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £62.20. 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 Ipswich by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.