The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Parkeston
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Parkeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Parkeston will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ipswich for Parkeston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.










Live departures
Ipswich to Parkeston train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Parkeston trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:42 Ipswich | 0h33 | 07:15 Harwich International | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:58 Ipswich | 0h25 | 07:23 Harwich International | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:25 Ipswich | 0h26 | 07:51 Harwich International | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:43 Ipswich | 0h41 | 08:24 Harwich International | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:11 Ipswich | 0h57 | 09:08 Harwich International | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Parkeston
Trains from Ipswich to Parkeston run on average 18 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 24m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 23:31 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Parkeston trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Parkeston from £12. 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 to Parkeston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Parkeston 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 Parkeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Parkeston
- 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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