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1:456h54Carlisle8:39Ipswich£1201One-way3 changes- 3:006h36Carlisle9:36Ipswich£1201One-way3 changes
13:495h15Carlisle19:04Ipswich£2671One-way3 changes- 19:4911h49Carlisle7:38Ipswich£2671One-way3 changes
- 5:435h22Carlisle11:05Ipswich£2711One-way3 changes
- 12:505h07Carlisle17:57Ipswich£2711One-way3 changes
- 13:495h15Carlisle19:04Ipswich£2671One-way3 changes
- 8:495h16Carlisle14:05Ipswich£2711One-way3 changes
- 10:505h16Carlisle16:06Ipswich£2711One-way3 changes
- 9:485h17Carlisle15:05Ipswich£2711One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Carlisle to Ipswich
The cheapest option from Carlisle to Ipswich is coach, with an average price of £71. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Ipswich among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 416 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£133 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest option | £150 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Ipswich trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:14 Carlisle | 7h16 | 17:30 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| 1:45 Carlisle | 6h54 | 8:39 Ipswich | 3 changes | |
| 3:00 Carlisle | 6h36 | 9:36 Ipswich | 3 changes | |
| 5:43 Carlisle | 5h22 | 11:05 Ipswich | 3 changes | |
| 6:47 Carlisle | 5h18 | 12:05 Ipswich | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Ipswich
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Carlisle to Ipswich, including direct trains, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £68 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 416 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 416 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Lowest ticket price £111 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:41 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Carlisle to Ipswich trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Carlisle and Ipswich from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Ipswich
Most Carlisle to Ipswich trains use the Carlisle to Ipswich station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Ipswich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Ipswich leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Ipswich station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Getting to Ipswich from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich train station facilities and services
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: 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.
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