First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
34 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Marks Tey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Marks Tey will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Ipswich to Marks Tey, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Marks Tey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 34 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Marks Tey:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ipswich to Marks Tey costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Marks Tey take longer:
Coach takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (27m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Ipswich to Marks Tey run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 23m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Marks Tey 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 Marks Tey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ipswich to Marks Tey trains use the Ipswich to Marks Tey station pair. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Marks Tey 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.
Marks Tey is 1 km from Marks Tey city centre. Public transport options include:
Marks Tey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Marks Tey.
Ticket office support is available at Marks Tey.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marks Tey: Parking, WC.
Available at Marks Tey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marks Tey: 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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