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It takes an average of 8h 38m to travel from Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich by train, over a distance of around 242 miles (389 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich and tickets for this journey start from £112.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:50 | |
| Departure station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 6h 37m | |
| Distance | 242 miles (389 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £112.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich in 6 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 38 minutes to travel the 242 miles (389 km) from Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 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 London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia 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 Penrith (North Lakes) to Ipswich in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £112.50. 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.