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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Ipswich (IPS)

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22

train journeys
per day

256

miles (412 kms)

5hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 05:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Ipswich is approximately 256 miles (412 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 47 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Ipswich.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    20:06
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:50
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:16
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:48
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    00:39
    Plymouth
    Ipswich
    Plymouth to Ipswich

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 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 Plymouth and Ipswich

The travel time between Plymouth and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:04.

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Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Ipswich. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Ipswich.

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