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Ipswich to Batley by train

First train

07:00

Last train

20:05

Departure station

Ipswich

Arrival station

Batley

Journey time

From 4h 0m

Distance

163 miles (262 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Ipswich to Batley in 4 hours

If you want to travel from Ipswich to Batley by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Ipswich to Batley by train to take around 5 hours 24 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 163 miles (262 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Batley. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Ipswich to Batley are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Ipswich to Batley? 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 Batley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Ipswich to Batley is 4 hours and 0 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ipswich to Batley?

No, there are no direct train services from Ipswich to Batley. Travelling from Ipswich to Batley by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Ipswich to Batley leaves at 07:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Ipswich to Batley leaves at 20:05. 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 Batley by train?

Trains travelling from Ipswich to Batley cover a distance of around 163 miles (262 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Ipswich to Batley

Book in advance

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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 Ipswich to Batley 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.

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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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