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Outbound fromIpswich to Keighley by train
It takes an average of 5h 24m to travel from Ipswich to Keighley by train, over a distance of around 178 miles (287 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Ipswich to Keighley and tickets for this journey start from £57.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | Ipswich | |
| Arrival station | Keighley | |
| Journey time | From 3h 51m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (287 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £57.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Ipswich to Keighley by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Ipswich to Keighley? Look no further.
You'll usually find 10 trains per day running between Ipswich and Keighley, which usually take 5 hours 24 minutes to complete the 178 miles (287 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Keighley by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Ipswich to Keighley start from £57.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Keighley? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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