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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Ipswich will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Guildford 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 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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 coach and train for Guildford to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 150 km
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:34 Guildford | 3h05 | 10:39 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Ipswich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:23 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Guildford to Ipswich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Guildford and Ipswich from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Ipswich
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team.
- Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
WifiParkingDining
TaxisWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Side of station - Station Forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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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