The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Cheapest price
£184
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford station (HFD) 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 Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £184.
To travel from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) you need to make at least 3 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a train costs an average of £184.
Distance: 263 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£184 Average Price | £87 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:07 Hereford station (HFD) | 4h28 | 14:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:08 Hereford station (HFD) | 4h27 | 16:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:52 Hereford station (HFD) | 4h43 | 17:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:24 Hereford station (HFD) | 4h11 | 18:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £184 but you can travel from only £74 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £184 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford station (HFD) and Ipswich station (IPS) from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hereford station (HFD) to Ipswich station (IPS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford station (HFD) 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.

