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It takes an average of 4h 37m to travel from Leeds to Ipswich by train, over a distance of around 165 miles (265 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Ipswich and tickets for this journey start from £20.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:11 | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 3h 18m | |
| Distance | 165 miles (265 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £20.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from Leeds to Ipswich
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The train from Leeds to Ipswich usually takes 4 hours 37 minutes on average to travel 165 miles (265 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 18 minutes. You can expect to find 35 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Ipswich, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Leeds to Ipswich if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £20.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Leeds to Ipswich starts at £20.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.