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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
7 h 11 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Ipswich will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Ipswich 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 551 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 13 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.
10:157h13Glasgow17:28Ipswich£591One-way0 changes- 7:157h11Glasgow14:26Ipswich£811One-way0 changes
- 13:157h13Glasgow20:28Ipswich£861One-way0 changes
- 14:157h13Glasgow21:28Ipswich£861One-way0 changes
- 8:157h11Glasgow15:26Ipswich£901One-way0 changes
- 8:157h11Glasgow15:26Ipswich£901One-way0 changes
- 7:157h11Glasgow14:26Ipswich£811One-way0 changes
- 10:157h13Glasgow17:28Ipswich£591One-way0 changes
- 14:157h13Glasgow21:28Ipswich£861One-way0 changes
- 13:157h13Glasgow20:28Ipswich£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 551 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £73 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Ipswich trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:15 Glasgow | 7h11 | 14:26 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Glasgow | 7h11 | 15:26 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Glasgow | 8h01 | 17:01 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:15 Glasgow | 7h13 | 16:28 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:37 Glasgow | 8h50 | 18:27 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Ipswich
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Trains from Glasgow to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 551 km distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 551 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Glasgow to Ipswich trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Ipswich from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Ipswich
Most Glasgow to Ipswich trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Ipswich station pair, with some services arriving at Derby Road. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Ipswich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Ipswich leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Which Ipswich station do trains from Glasgow 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.
Getting to Derby Road from Ipswich city centre
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road train station facilities and services
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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