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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Canterbury
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Canterbury will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Fast trains
To travel from Ipswich to Canterbury you need to make at least one change.
Y09625+
P1968309:532h41
Ipswich station (IPS)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£271One-way
1 change
Y09442+P19615 · P1865109:412h37
Ipswich station (IPS)12:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£361One-way
2 changes
Y09617+P1968508:432h51
Ipswich station (IPS)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£561One-way
1 change
Y09617+P19617 · P1865308:432h35
Ipswich station (IPS)11:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£561One-way
2 changes
Y09436 · Y09348+P1968509:102h24
Ipswich station (IPS)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£641One-way
2 changes
Y09424+P1968708:112h23
Ipswich station (IPS)10:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£1171One-way
1 change
Y09436 · Y09348+P1968509:102h24
Ipswich station (IPS)11:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£641One-way
2 changes
Y09617+P19617 · P1865308:432h35
Ipswich station (IPS)11:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£561One-way
2 changes
Y09442+P19615 · P1865109:412h37
Ipswich station (IPS)12:18Canterbury West (CBW)
£361One-way
2 changes
Y09625+P1968309:532h41
Ipswich station (IPS)12:34Canterbury West (CBW)
£271One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ipswich to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Canterbury train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 21:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y09424+P19687 | On time 08:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h23 | 10:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| Y09617+P19685 | On time 08:43 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h51 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
| Y09617+P19617 · P18653 | On time 08:43 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h35 | 11:18 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| Y09436 · Y09348+P19685 | On time 09:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h24 | 11:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| Y09442+P19615 · P18651 | On time 09:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h37 | 12:18 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2 changes | |
| Y09625+P19683 | On time 09:53 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h41 | 12:34 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Canterbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
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 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 22:43 |
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 Canterbury trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Canterbury from £27. 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
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£27
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 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 Canterbury train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ipswich to Canterbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ipswich to Canterbury.
The train distance from Ipswich to Canterbury is 87 km.
The train journey from Ipswich to Canterbury covers a distance of 87 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Ipswich to Canterbury, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Canterbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Ipswich to Canterbury leaves at 5:16.
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Canterbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The last train from Ipswich to Canterbury departs at 22:43.
Trains from Ipswich to Canterbury run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Canterbury is by train, costing approximately £27.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Canterbury is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Canterbury West (CBW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Canterbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Canterbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Canterbury.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Canterbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Canterbury
Ipswich
Canterbury
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 Canterbury.
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 Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your journey to Canterbury from Ipswich.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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