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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Thornaby (TBY)

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9

train journeys
per day

200

miles (323 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 20:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Thornaby is approximately 200 miles (323 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 14 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:21
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:00
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:01
    10 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Ipswich
    Thornaby
    Ipswich to Thornaby

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

About Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Thornaby

The travel time between Ipswich and Thornaby 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 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:59.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Thornaby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Thornaby. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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