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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Peterborough (PBO)

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23

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 00:27

first / last train

8

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Peterborough , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Peterborough is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Peterborough.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:38
    6 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    07:38
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    09:26
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 40 mins Direct
    09:40
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:24
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    11:39
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:24
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:06
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:22
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    13:40
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:23
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    1 hrs 41 mins Direct
    15:39
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:00
    1 hrs 40 mins Direct
    17:40
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:24
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    19:29
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    19:40
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:21
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:01
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    21:40
    Ipswich
    Peterborough
    Ipswich to Peterborough

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 Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Peterborough

The travel time between Ipswich and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

First class tickets on trains between Ipswich and Peterborough typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Ipswich to Peterborough

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Peterborough.

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