4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Ipswich will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 12 trains that leave Norwich for Ipswich every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.
P4767022:040h39Norwich station (NRW)22:43Ipswich station (IPS)£71One-way0 changes- P4763818:000h40Norwich station (NRW)18:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4765420:000h40Norwich station (NRW)20:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4766321:000h40Norwich station (NRW)21:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4762817:000h40Norwich station (NRW)17:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4767022:040h39Norwich station (NRW)22:43Ipswich station (IPS)£71One-way0 changes
- P4763818:000h40Norwich station (NRW)18:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4765420:000h40Norwich station (NRW)20:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4766321:000h40Norwich station (NRW)21:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
- P4762817:000h40Norwich station (NRW)17:40Ipswich station (IPS)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Norwich to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Ipswich trains for today, Saturday 9 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:30 Norwich | 0h39 | 18:09 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 10 May | |||||
| 9:00 Norwich | 0h40 | 9:40 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Norwich | 0h40 | 11:40 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Ipswich
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Trains from Norwich to Ipswich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 37m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Norwich to Ipswich trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Ipswich from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
Trains from Norwich to Ipswich
Abellio Greater Anglia operates frequent direct trains from Norwich to Ipswich. Weekday services begin with a departure at 5:00 a.m. There are connections every half hour throughout the day until the final train from Norwich leaves just after 11:00 p.m. Journey times are just over 40 minutes. Sunday schedules feature a reduced service, with a first train at 8:00 a.m. followed by hourly departures. Norwich Station is located to the south-east of the city centre. Trains arrive at Ipswich Station, on the south-western side of town.
FAQs: Norwich to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Ipswich
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- 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 ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost 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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
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