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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Ipswich station (IPS) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
9:063h18Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-way0 changes- 5:062h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:37Ipswich station (IPS)£311One-way0 changes
- 10:462h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:05Ipswich station (IPS)£401One-way0 changes
- 6:162h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:35Ipswich station (IPS)£421One-way0 changes
- 6:063h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:35Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way0 changes
- 10:462h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:05Ipswich station (IPS)£401One-way0 changes
- 6:162h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:35Ipswich station (IPS)£421One-way0 changes
- 5:062h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:37Ipswich station (IPS)£311One-way0 changes
- 9:063h18Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-way0 changes
- 6:063h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:35Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 134 km
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2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P01220+ W32879+ C38044 | Delayed 7:38 7:19Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h17 | 9:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01226+C38066+W45490 | Delayed 8:00 7:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 10:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67203+C38090+W32902 | Delayed 8:09 7:49Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h35 | 10:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
P01230+W45602+ Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 8:37 8:06Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
P01230+ C82344+Tube from London Victoria to Whitechapel+C38125 | Delayed 8:37 8:13Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
| P01230+C82344 · C82706+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 8:37 8:13Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
| P01233+W45478+C37770 | Delayed 9:00 8:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 11:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67207+W32906+C38164 | Delayed 9:09 8:49Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h35 | 11:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01236+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+X90949 | Delayed 9:37 9:16Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h23 | 11:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01241+W45479+C37413 | Delayed 10:00 9:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 12:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01245+W45428+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 10:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 12:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01250+W45493+C37507 | 10:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 13:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01254+W45425+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 11:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 13:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01259+C37601+W45467 | On time 11:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 14:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C04678+W45467+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 12:09 11:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h38 | 14:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01263+W45434+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 12:37 12:16Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 14:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01268+W45474+C37695 | Delayed 13:00 12:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 15:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01272+W45432+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 13:37 13:16Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 15:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01277+C37764+W45536 | Delayed 14:00 13:36Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h30 | 16:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67227+W45536+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 13:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h48 | 16:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67227+C82397+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+W32946 | On time 13:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h41 | 16:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
| P01280+W45423+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | Delayed 14:37 14:16Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 16:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01285+W45549+C37407 | Delayed 15:00 14:36Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h30 | 17:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01288+C37472+W45433 | On time 15:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h20 | 17:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P02356+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+W45470 | Delayed 16:07 15:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h12 | 17:58 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67275+W32930+C37991 | Delayed 16:10 15:49Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 18:18 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01297+C37604+W45405 | On time 16:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 18:38 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P67240+W45438+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 16:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 19:04 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P01304+W45464+C37681 | Delayed 17:00 16:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 19:08 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| 5:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h31 | 7:37 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h29 | 9:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 8:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 10:47. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 10:47 |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ipswich station (IPS) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ipswich station (IPS)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) trains use the London Liverpool Street to Ipswich station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ipswich station (IPS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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