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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Boston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Boston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 4h 24m.
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 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 19:43 |
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: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Boston trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Boston from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio 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
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£57
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 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
FAQs: Ipswich to Boston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Boston 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 Boston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To experience the highlights of Boston, a 3 to 4-day visit is typically recommended. This allows time to explore its rich history, diverse neighbourhoods, and cultural attractions.
The train journey from Ipswich to Boston offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through parts of the picturesque East Anglian countryside and crosses the fens, providing glimpses of wide open landscapes and charming rural settings.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Boston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Boston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £66, while the average price tends to be around £66.
A day trip from Ipswich to Boston is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 24m each way. However, there are 4 trains per day for this route, covering a distance of 130 km.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Boston is by train, costing approximately £66.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Boston is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Boston station (BSN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Boston.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Boston.
The train distance from Ipswich to Boston is 130 km.
To travel from Ipswich to Boston, you can take a train.
The train journey from Ipswich to Boston covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 4h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Ipswich to Boston leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Ipswich to Boston departs at 19:43.
Trains from Ipswich to Boston run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Boston.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Boston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Boston
Ipswich
Boston
The major train station for departures in Ipswich is Ipswich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ipswich for your trip from Ipswich to Boston.
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.
The major train station for arrivals in Boston is Boston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Boston for your journey to Boston from Ipswich.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 15:20 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B- Level to Grantham bound platforms. Footbridge to Skegness bound platform (access to Skegness platform available via ramp and foot crossing at certain times only when staff are available). Access to platform 2 is via the barrow crossing. Access to platform 2 from the car park in Asda is by Radar key only. This station doesn't have any tactile paving at the edges of the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Boston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the station approach outside the station booking hall.
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