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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Ipswich (IPS)

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24

train journeys
per day

129

miles (209 kms)

3hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 01:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Ipswich is approximately 129 miles (209 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 49 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:47
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:47
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:17
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    20:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:47
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:47
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    22:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Ipswich
    Birmingham New Street to Ipswich

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham Stations & Ipswich. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Ipswich, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.