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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Ipswich (IPS)

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32

train journeys
per day

142

miles (229 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Ipswich is approximately 142 miles (229 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:38
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:26
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:00
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:01
    Sheffield
    Ipswich
    Sheffield to Ipswich

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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 Sheffield and Ipswich

The travel time between Sheffield and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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Amenities on trains between Sheffield 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 Sheffield & Ipswich. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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