The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) 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 station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ipswich station (IPS) for London Stansted Airport 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 63 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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 and coach for Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich station (IPS) 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 63 km
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£41 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:20 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h00 | 10:20 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h15 | 10:56 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 3h14 | 15:24 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 12:10. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 06:56 |
Last train 12:10 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich station (IPS) and London Stansted Airport from £13. 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 London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich station (IPS) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich station (IPS) and London Stansted Airport
- 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.
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