The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ipswich station (IPS) for Harwich International (HPQ) 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 14 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ)
Trains from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 28m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 18:41 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich station (IPS) and Harwich International (HPQ) from £7. 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 station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich station (IPS) to Harwich International (HPQ) 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 Harwich International (HPQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich station (IPS) and Harwich International (HPQ)
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Harwich Port Car Park
- 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 ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- 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. The National key toilets are only available during the opening hours of the station.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and on platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Plus Bus location
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop (East Dock Road), near sign for Long/Short stay car park. Boat train services depart from behind platform 1
