Ipswich to Church Stretton by train
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:21 | |
| Departure station | Ipswich | |
| Arrival station | Church Stretton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 19m | |
| Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Ipswich to Church Stretton by train
Looking to travel from Ipswich to Church Stretton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 19 minutes to travel from Ipswich to Church Stretton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 16 trains per day running along the 170 miles (274 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Church Stretton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to get to Church Stretton. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ipswich to Church Stretton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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