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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Ipswich (IPS)

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43

train journeys
per day

103

miles (167 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Ipswich is approximately 103 miles (167 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:27
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:05
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:04
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:05
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:26
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:03
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Leicester
    Ipswich
    Leicester to Ipswich

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

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 Leicester and Ipswich

The travel time between Leicester and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Ipswich. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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