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Outbound fromIpswich to London by train
It takes an average of 1h 15m to travel from Ipswich to London by train, over a distance of around 66 miles (106 km). There are normally 94 trains per day travelling from Ipswich to London and tickets for this journey start from £11 when you book in advance.
Travelling by train from Ipswich to London
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The distance from Ipswich to London spans 66 miles (106 km), and you can expect the journey to take around 1h 16m. If you’re looking to get to London in a hurry, the fastest services will get you there in just 57m. Make yourself comfortable as soon as you’ve boarded the train, as there are direct services available. If you’re travelling from Ipswich to London, you’ll be taking a Greater Anglia service. As the main operator of rail service in East Anglia, you’ll be in good hands with Greater Anglia.
If you’re looking for things to do in London, there’s no shortage of events to attend! Whether it’s seeing one of the fantastic shows on the West End, or taking a cruise along the River Thames, there’s plenty of things to keep you busy in London.
Want to snap up cheap train tickets from Ipswich to London? Take the train during Off-Peak times. Also, if you travel by train more than a few times a year, get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys.
Keen to book? There’s no need to wait, start a search for train tickets from Ipswich to London today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, keep reading for our train timetable, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Ipswich to London
Want to know more about your journey from Ipswich to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Ipswich to London
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ipswich to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.