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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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25

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Ipswich is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 14 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Ipswich.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:46
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:59
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:23
    5 hrs 2 changes
    19:23
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:06
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    21:07
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:39
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 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 Unavailable
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 Swansea and Ipswich

The travel time between Swansea and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Ipswich. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Ipswich.

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