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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Showing times and prices for 25 May
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
134 km
Cheap tickets
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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Ipswich station (IPS) every day 3 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 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
6:492h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-way0 changes- 7:492h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-way0 changes
15:492h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:58Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way0 changes
- 15:492h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:58Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way0 changes
- 7:492h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-way0 changes
- 6:492h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:24Ipswich station (IPS)£221One-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 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m 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, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02539+P01232+ Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 8:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h30 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45747+P01339+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 8:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 11:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45750+P01238+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 9:07 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 11:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45762+P01243+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 9:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h25 | 12:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45742+P67205+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 9:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 12:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45757+P01247+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 10:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 12:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45766+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01282 | 14:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 16:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45806+P67225+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 14:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 17:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45783+P01290+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 15:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 17:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45756+P67229+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 15:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 18:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45773+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01299 | 16:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 18:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45794+P01306+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 16:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h25 | 19:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45752+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P67233 | 16:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 19:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45810+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01309 | 17:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 19:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45796+P01311+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 17:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 20:04 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45798+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P67235 | 17:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 20:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45819+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01315 | 18:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 20:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45780+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+P67238 | 18:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 21:30 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C02547+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01331 | 21:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h33 | 23:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W45799+Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London)+P67249 | 21:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h38 | 0:31 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C02548+Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street+P01335 | 22:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h33 | 0:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 15:49. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 15:49 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£22
Greater Anglia frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£79
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 2h 9m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) is 134 km.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) leaves at 4:49.
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) departs at 15:49.
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS).
To get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS).
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) is by train, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to Ipswich offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic countryside of Sussex and parts of Suffolk, with views of fields and small towns along the way.
A day trip from Gatwick Airport to Ipswich is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 9m. However, there are 7 trains per day covering the 134 km distance.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ipswich station (IPS).
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ipswich station (IPS)
London
Ipswich
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ipswich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
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