4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Ipswich will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Ipswich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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, coach and flight for Chester to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £443.
Distance: 301 km
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£120 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £640 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:58 Chester | 5h32 | 13:30 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Ipswich
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Trains from Chester to Ipswich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 301 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 301 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 19:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Ipswich trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Ipswich from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Ipswich
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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.
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