Taking the train from Paignton to Ipswich in 5 hours
Thinking about taking the train from Paignton to Ipswich? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 23 minutes to travel the 232 miles (374 km) from Paignton to Ipswich by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 24 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 CrossCountry 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 Paignton to 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 Ipswich by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Paignton to Ipswich
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 Paignton to Ipswich 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.
Split your tickets
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