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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Halifax (HFX)

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17

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Halifax (HFX)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Halifax , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Halifax is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Halifax.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Halifax. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Halifax Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:06
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:58
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:10
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:10
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    22:04
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    22:07
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:47
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    22:12
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:11
    6 hrs 3 changes
    00:11
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:01
    9 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    05:44
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:43
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:42
    14 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Ipswich
    Halifax
    Ipswich to Halifax

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 Halifax Station

Station name Halifax (HFX)
Address Halifax station, Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday Closed
Monday 06:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 19:00
Thursday 06:30 - 19:00
Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Halifax

The travel time between Ipswich and Halifax by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Halifax vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Halifax 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 & Halifax. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Halifax.

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