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Forty Hall Museum
Museum inside Forty Hall exploring Enfield’s past through historic rooms, changing exhibitions and stories linked to the estate and borough.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Enfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 97 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Ipswich to Enfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Enfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Enfield trip today.
Museum inside Forty Hall exploring Enfield’s past through historic rooms, changing exhibitions and stories linked to the estate and borough.
House museum dedicated to Edward Augustus Bowles, with small displays on his life, gardening and collecting in a characterful historic setting.
Compact local museum at Capel Manor with displays on farming, market gardening and rural crafts, giving context to Enfield’s agricultural heritage.
Country park with woodland trails, lakes and broad open space on Enfield’s northern edge. Popular for longer walks, wildlife and family outings.
Historic market centre with shops, cafés and regular market activity. Good for a walk, everyday local character and easy access to nearby heritage sites.
Linear waterside park following the New River. Ideal for walking, birdwatching and a quieter side of Enfield’s landscape and engineering history.
Pie and mash is a classic London working-class meal of minced beef pie with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor, long associated with local pie shops.
Jellied eels are a historic East and North London speciality, made by cooking eels in stock that sets into a savoury jelly when cooled.
London cured smoked salmon has long roots in the capital’s Jewish food traditions, prized for its silky texture and gentle smoke.
Reliable local Turkish ocakbasi known for charcoal grills, meze and a lively, informal atmosphere popular with Enfield diners.
Established country pub near Forty Hall serving British classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional historic setting.
Well-known local Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, kebabs and hot meze in a smart but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Greater London. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local transport and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Enfield 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 Enfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ipswich to Enfield trains use the Ipswich to Enfield Town station pair, with some services arriving at Southbury. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Enfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: 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.
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Enfield Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Enfield Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Enfield Town. ATMs are available at Enfield Town.
Ticket office support is available at Enfield Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enfield Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Enfield Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enfield Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: -, 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: No.
Southbury is 2 km from Enfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Southbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Southbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Southbury.
Ticket office support is available at Southbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southbury: Parking.
Available at Southbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Enfield Lock is 4 km from Enfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Enfield Lock has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Enfield Lock.
Wi-Fi is available at Enfield Lock.
Ticket office support is available at Enfield Lock.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enfield Lock: Parking.
Available at Enfield Lock: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enfield Lock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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