Thorpe Bay to Ipswich by train
| First train | 17:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:30 | |
| Departure station | Thorpe Bay | |
| Arrival station | Ipswich | |
| Journey time | From 2h 6m | |
| Distance | 39 miles (63 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Thorpe Bay to Ipswich by train
Looking to travel from Thorpe Bay to Ipswich by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 11 minutes to travel from Thorpe Bay to Ipswich by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 6 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 39 miles (63 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Ipswich, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia or c2c to get to Ipswich – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Thorpe Bay to Ipswich 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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Cheap train tickets from Thorpe Bay to Ipswich
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Consider a Season Ticket
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