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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Showing times and prices for 05 Feb
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich you need to make at least one change.
P46728 · P4754709:582h07
Stansted Airport (SSD)12:05Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46776 · P4755710:582h08
Stansted Airport (SSD)13:06Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46644 · P4753408:112h24
Stansted Airport (SSD)10:35Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46752 · P4755210:282h08
Stansted Airport (SSD)12:36Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46692 · P4754109:112h28
Stansted Airport (SSD)11:39Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46930 · P5092415:572h01
Stansted Airport (SSD)17:58Ipswich station (IPS)
£451One-way
1 change
P46728 · P4754709:582h07
Stansted Airport (SSD)12:05Ipswich station (IPS)
£291One-way
1 change
P46846 · P4757212:282h07
Stansted Airport (SSD)14:35Ipswich station (IPS)
£381One-way
1 change
P46834 · P4756711:582h07
Stansted Airport (SSD)14:05Ipswich station (IPS)
£381One-way
1 change
P46858 · P4757712:582h07
Stansted Airport (SSD)15:05Ipswich station (IPS)
£381One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 64 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich trains for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 16:25
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:21 London Stansted Airport | 2h41 | 21:02 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:30 London Stansted Airport | 2h32 | 21:02 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 5 February | |||||
| P46644 · P47534 | On time 08:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46656 · P50753 · P47534 | On time 08:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h10 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
 C75394+P49732 | On time 08:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h32 | 11:00 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46668 · P47537 | On time 08:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 11:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46680 · P50759 · P47690 | On time 08:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 11:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P46692 · P47541 | On time 09:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h28 | 11:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| C75396+P49738 | On time 09:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 12:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46704 · P50765 · P47541 | On time 09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h11 | 11:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P46704 · P47152 · P49738 | On time 09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h33 | 12:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| P46728 · P47547 | On time 09:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 12:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46752 · P47552 | On time 10:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 12:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47308 · P49744 | On time 10:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h14 | 13:00 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46776 · P47557 | On time 10:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 13:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46806 · P47562 | On time 11:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 13:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47314 · P49750 | On time 11:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h16 | 14:02 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46834 · P47567 | 11:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 14:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46846 · P47572 | On time 12:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 14:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47319 · P49756 | On time 12:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h14 | 15:00 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46858 · P47577 | On time 12:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 15:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46870 · P47582 | On time 13:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 15:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47324 · P49762 | On time 13:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h15 | 16:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46882 · P47587 | On time 13:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 16:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46894 · P47592 | On time 14:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 16:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47329 · P49768 | On time 14:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h15 | 17:01 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46906 · P47597 | On time 14:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 17:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46918 · P47602 | 15:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h08 | 17:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P47335 · P49774 | On time 15:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h18 | 18:04 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| P46930 · P50924 | On time 15:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h01 | 17:58 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 54m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 08:11 |
Last train 22:30 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich from £11. 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
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
£17
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
FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
The cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich covers a distance of 64 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is 64 km.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich leaves at 8:11.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich departs at 22:30.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
To get from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich offers a mix of industrial and rural landscapes, with some scenic views of the English countryside, especially as you approach Ipswich.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 54m. Trains run 7 times per day.
In Ipswich, you can enjoy a variety of activities such as catching a performance at the New Wolsey Theatre, exploring the scenic walking trails at Orwell Country Park, or learning about local transport history at the Ipswich Transport Museum. Dance enthusiasts can attend performances and workshops at DanceEast, while families might enjoy a visit to Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park. For sightseeing, visit the vibrant Ipswich Waterfront, the historic Christchurch Mansion, or the informative Ipswich Museum. Relax in the picturesque Holywells Park or savour local produce at the Suffolk Food Hall.
For a fulfilling visit to Ipswich, three to four days are typically recommended to explore its historic sites, enjoy the waterfront, and experience the local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Ipswich
London
Ipswich
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
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
- 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
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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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