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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Ipswich will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Ipswich 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 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
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 coach and train for Leicester to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 168 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:54 Leicester | 3h11 | 08:05 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:13 Leicester | 3h14 | 10:27 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:04 Leicester | 3h01 | 12:05 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Ipswich
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Trains from Leicester to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 21:23 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia from Leicester to Ipswich trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Leicester and Ipswich from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Ipswich 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 Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Ipswich
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- 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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