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It takes an average of 5h 13m to travel from Exeter to Ipswich by train, over a distance of around 222 miles (357 km). There are normally 75 trains per day travelling from Exeter to Ipswich and tickets for this journey start from £66.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:25 | |
| Departure station | Exeter | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 4h 10m | |
| Distance | 222 miles (357 km) | |
| Frequency | 75 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £66.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway |
Taking the train from Exeter to Ipswich in 4 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Exeter to Ipswich? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 13 minutes to travel the 222 miles (357 km) from Exeter to Ipswich by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 75 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 Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway 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 Exeter to Ipswich in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £66.50. 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.