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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Ipswich (IPS)

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42

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Ipswich is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Ipswich.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:59
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:09
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:09
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Derby
    Ipswich
    Derby to Ipswich

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
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 Unavailable
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 Derby and Ipswich

The travel time between Derby and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Derby 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 Derby & Ipswich. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Ipswich.

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