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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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19

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Bishops Stortford is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 47 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Bishops Stortford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:10
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    07:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:17
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:19
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    11:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:20
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    17:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    16:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    18:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    17:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    18:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    19:14
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    21:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    20:21
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    22:32
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    21:20
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    23:27
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    21:39
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    05:16
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    23:39
    7 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    07:14
    Ipswich
    Bishops Stortford
    Ipswich to Bishops Stortford

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

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 Ipswich and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Ipswich and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Bishops Stortford.

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