The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Norwich station (NRW) for Ipswich station (IPS) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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 train and coach for Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 65 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y09500 | On time 15:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h41 | 15:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09503 | On time 15:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 16:09 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09509 | On time 16:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 16:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09512 | On time 16:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h37 | 17:07 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09518 | On time 17:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h39 | 17:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09524 | On time 17:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 0h40 | 18:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS)
Trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 37m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich station (NRW) and Ipswich station (IPS) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich station (NRW) to Ipswich station (IPS) 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 station (IPS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich station (NRW) and Ipswich station (IPS)
- 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
- 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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