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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Leicester (LEI)

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21

train journeys
per day

103

miles (167 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Leicester is approximately 103 miles (167 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:20
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    18:40
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    18:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:40
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    20:49
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:21
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:01
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    22:55
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:21
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    01:46
    Ipswich
    Leicester
    Ipswich to Leicester

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 Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester

The travel time between Ipswich and Leicester 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 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 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 Leicester 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 & Leicester. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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