Ipswich to London Stansted Airport train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 09 Feb

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

1 h 58 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.

Fast trains

To travel from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

Abellio Greater AngliaP50922 · P46784
08:392h16
Ipswich station (IPS)
10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
1 change
Abellio Greater AngliaP47725 · P46800
08:432h24
Ipswich station (IPS)
11:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
1 change
Abellio Greater AngliaP47532 · P46770
08:112h26
Ipswich station (IPS)
10:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
£451One-way
1 change
Abellio Greater AngliaP49718 · P47299
08:192h01
Ipswich station (IPS)
10:20Stansted Airport (SSD)
£491One-way
1 change
Abellio Greater AngliaP47725 · P49435 · P46784
08:432h12
Ipswich station (IPS)
10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£831One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 64 km

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Coach

£39

Average Price

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

2h 8m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

Ipswich to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_angliaP49720 · P47891
On time
08:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
greater_angliaP49725 · P48861
On time
09:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
greater_angliaP49731 · P47315
On time
10:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
12:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
greater_angliaP49737 · P48869
On time
11:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
13:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
greater_angliaP49743 · P47331
On time
12:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
14:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
greater_angliaP49749 · P47337
On time
13:20 Ipswich station (IPS)
2h00
15:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 59m.

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
64 km
Average train duration
1h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 59m
First train
05:11
Last train
21:20
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 London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and London Stansted Airport from £10. 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
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£16
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
7 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
Learn more about Abellio Greater Anglia

FAQs: Ipswich to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 64 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport is 64 km.
The first train from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport departs at 21:20.
Trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport offers views of the picturesque East Anglian countryside, including charming villages and rural landscapes, making parts of the trip scenic.
A day trip from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 59m. However, there are 7 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and London Stansted Airport

Ipswich
London
IpswichWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
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
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
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.
Derby RoadParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Derby Road station, Derby Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8DN
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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

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