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Trains from Manchester Stations to Ipswich (IPS)

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36

train journeys
per day

172

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

04:22 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Ipswich is approximately 172 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 44 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Ipswich.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:22
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ipswich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ipswich

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
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

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 Manchester Stations and Ipswich

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations & Ipswich. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Ipswich.

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