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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£167
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Ipswich will cost around £167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bath for Ipswich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bath to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £111.
Distance: 254 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£172 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bath to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:35 Bath | 3h02 | 07:37 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:44 Bath | 3h21 | 11:05 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:43 Bath | 3h23 | 12:06 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Ipswich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £111 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bath to Ipswich trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Ipswich from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Ipswich
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
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