4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Ipswich
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Ipswich will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 19 trains that leave Norwich for Ipswich on Mon, Aug 03, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P012287:30 AM0h40Norwich station (NRW)8:10 AMIpswich station (IPS)€121One-way0 transfers- P0126111:00 AM0h40Norwich station (NRW)11:40 AMIpswich station (IPS)€121One-way0 transfers
- P012791:00 PM0h39Norwich station (NRW)1:39 PMIpswich station (IPS)€121One-way0 transfers
- P0127012:00 PM0h39Norwich station (NRW)12:39 PMIpswich station (IPS)€121One-way0 transfers
- P012398:30 AM0h39Norwich station (NRW)9:09 AMIpswich station (IPS)€121One-way0 transfers
- P023548:00 AM0h38Norwich station (NRW)8:38 AMIpswich station (IPS)€141One-way0 transfers
- P012489:30 AM0h39Norwich station (NRW)10:09 AMIpswich station (IPS)€171One-way0 transfers
- P0125210:00 AM0h39Norwich station (NRW)10:39 AMIpswich station (IPS)€141One-way0 transfers
- P012449:00 AM0h39Norwich station (NRW)9:39 AMIpswich station (IPS)€141One-way0 transfers
- P0125710:30 AM0h39Norwich station (NRW)11:09 AMIpswich station (IPS)€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Norwich to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Ipswich trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01338 | On time 10:04 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 10:43 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
| P01210 | 6:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 6:40 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01213 | 6:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 7:10 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01223 | 7:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 7:40 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01228 | 7:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 8:10 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P02354 | 8:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h38 | 8:38 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01239 | 8:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 9:09 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01244 | 9:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 9:39 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01248 | 9:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 10:09 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01252 | 10:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 10:39 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01257 | 10:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 11:09 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01261 | 11:00 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 11:40 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01266 | 11:30 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 12:09 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01270 | 12:00 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 12:39 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01275 | 12:30 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 1:09 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01279 | 1:00 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 1:39 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01283 | 1:30 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 2:09 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01332 | 9:00 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 9:39 PM Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Norwich to Ipswich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 37m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:37 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Norwich to Ipswich trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Ipswich from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
Trains from Norwich to Ipswich
Abellio Greater Anglia operates frequent direct trains from Norwich to Ipswich. Weekday services begin with a departure at 5:00 a.m. There are connections every half hour throughout the day until the final train from Norwich leaves just after 11:00 p.m. Journey times are just over 40 minutes. Sunday schedules feature a reduced service, with a first train at 8:00 a.m. followed by hourly departures. Norwich Station is located to the south-east of the city centre. Trains arrive at Ipswich Station, on the south-western side of town.
FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Ipswich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Ipswich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norwich to Ipswich
Most Norwich to Ipswich trains use the Norwich to Ipswich station pair, with some services arriving at Derby Road. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Ipswich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Norwich station do trains to Ipswich leave from?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ipswich station do trains from Norwich arrive at?
Getting to Ipswich from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich train station facilities and services
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Derby Road from Ipswich city centre
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road train station facilities and services
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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