Birmingham to Ipswich train
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Train schedule Birmingham to Ipswich
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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Ipswich
Fastest Journey
3 h 28 m
Average
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
213 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Ipswich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Ipswich
 | Distance | 132 miles (213 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 8 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £71 (€79) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country or Greater Anglia |
Trains from Birmingham to Ipswich cover the 132 miles (213 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 8 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Greater Anglia. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £47, but the average price of train tickets is £71. Travellers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Ipswich.
Train providers: Abellio Greater Anglia and CrossCountry trains Birmingham to Ipswich
Buy your official Abellio Greater Anglia and CrossCountry train tickets from Birmingham to Ipswich from £47 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Birmingham to Ipswich you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
CrossCountry tickets to Ipswich from Birmingham are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect route with CrossCountry between Birmingham and Ipswich all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current CrossCountry train timetables and train tickets available on Omio for the 132 miles (213 km) journey. You can also see relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as luggage policy and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Birmingham to Ipswich routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best CrossCountry Birmingham to Ipswich train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the CrossCountry train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Ipswich with CrossCountry!
One of the best ways to travel from Birmingham to Ipswich is by taking a train with Abellio Greater Anglia. Omio helps you find the ideal Abellio Greater Anglia train between Birmingham and Ipswich by showing you Abellio Greater Anglia current train timetables, the train tickets on offer (including amenities offered onboard and travel information like luggage policy) and the best prices for this Birmingham to Ipswich trip. You can expect to travel 132 miles (213 km) to Ipswich from Birmingham on a train with Abellio Greater Anglia. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains from Birmingham to Ipswich, you can check straight away if the Abellio Greater Anglia ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when travelling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Once you’ve found that perfect train, book your Abellio Greater Anglia train ticket on Omio quickly and easily, then enjoy your upcoming trip from Birmingham to Ipswich!
Train information from Birmingham to Ipswich with Abellio Greater Anglia:
- Average Duration: 3 h 51 min
- Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 25 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Birmingham to Ipswich
Omio customers book a train from Birmingham New Street to Ipswich most frequently for this route.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this route, called Birmingham New Street, is located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the city centre of Birmingham.
The most popular arrival train station, Ipswich, is located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre of Ipswich.
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Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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