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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Chester
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Chester will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ipswich for Chester 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 301 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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 train for Ipswich to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £80. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, and a flight costs an average of £839.
Distance: 301 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£128 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £839 Average Price |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Chester trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:41 Ipswich | 4h01 | 08:42 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Chester
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Trains from Ipswich to Chester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £80 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 301 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 301 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 03:39 |
Last train 19:56 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Ipswich to Chester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Ipswich and Chester from £80. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Chester
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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