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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Hastings
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Hastings will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Ipswich for Hastings every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
15:463h45
Ipswich19:31Hastings
£241One-way
0 changes
04:413h53
Ipswich08:34Hastings
£321One-way
0 changes
05:123h52
Ipswich09:04Hastings
£551One-way
0 changes
15:463h45
Ipswich19:31Hastings
£241One-way
0 changes
05:123h52
Ipswich09:04Hastings
£551One-way
0 changes
04:413h53
Ipswich08:34Hastings
£321One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Ipswich to Hastings train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:52
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:41 Ipswich | 3h53 | 08:34 Hastings | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:12 Ipswich | 3h52 | 09:04 Hastings | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:46 Ipswich | 3h45 | 19:31 Hastings | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Hastings
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Hastings run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 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 140 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 21:24 |
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 Hastings trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Hastings from £24. 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 3m
Cheapest Price
£79
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
2 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 Hastings train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ipswich to Hastings 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 Hastings.
The train distance from Ipswich to Hastings is 140 km.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Hastings 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 Hastings can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Ipswich to Hastings covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Hastings is by train, costing approximately £24.
The first train from Ipswich to Hastings leaves at 5:12.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Hastings is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Hastings station (HGS).
The last train from Ipswich to Hastings departs at 21:24.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Hastings.
Trains from Ipswich to Hastings run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Hastings.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Hastings.
To travel from Ipswich to Hastings, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Hastings.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Hastings
Ipswich
Hastings
The major train station for departures in Ipswich is Derby Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby Road for your trip from Ipswich to Hastings.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Derby Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike 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 Hastings is Hastings. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hastings for your journey to Hastings from Ipswich.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:30 Saturday 05:50 - 20:30 Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: W H smith
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 - Step free access direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff)
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Hastings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station.
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