The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
To travel from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:01 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h20 | 21:21 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| Monday 17 November | |||||
![]() | 06:00 Darlington station (DAR) | 3h25 | 09:25 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:03 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h25 | 11:28 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:00 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h28 | 13:28 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h26 | 15:26 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h27 | 17:27 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £149 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £149 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, LNER, East Midlands Trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, LNER, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Darlington station (DAR) and Ipswich station (IPS) from £149. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) to Ipswich station (IPS) 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 station (IPS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Darlington station (DAR) and Ipswich station (IPS)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- 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 the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
- 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.
