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Trains from Southampton Central to Ipswich (IPS)

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36

train journeys
per day

135

miles (218 kms)

3hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central to Ipswich is approximately 135 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 58 mins.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR, South Western Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Ipswich.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    09:41
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    11:41
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    Southampton Central
    Ipswich
    Southampton Central to Ipswich

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Ipswich

The travel time between Southampton Central and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central 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 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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

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

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR, South Western Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Ipswich.

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