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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Ipswich will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Sheffield to Ipswich you need to make at least one change.
C04342+
P017717:403h48Sheffield station (SHF)11:28Ipswich station (IPS)£571One-way1 change- W70753+
P85628+P671984:584h26Sheffield station (SHF)9:24Ipswich station (IPS)£711One-way2 changes - W70775+P85917+P012458:354h01Sheffield station (SHF)12:36Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way2 changes
- W70753+
G00801+P017694:584h29Sheffield station (SHF)9:27Ipswich station (IPS)£871One-way2 changes - C21667+C04675+P856537:594h25Sheffield station (SHF)12:24Ipswich station (IPS)£871One-way2 changes
- P01769+
P24418+
C019056:053h22Sheffield station (SHF)9:27Ipswich station (IPS)£1361One-way2 changes - C04342+P017717:403h48Sheffield station (SHF)11:28Ipswich station (IPS)£571One-way1 change
- W70775+P85917+P012458:354h01Sheffield station (SHF)12:36Ipswich station (IPS)£791One-way2 changes
- W70775+P01245+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:354h01Sheffield station (SHF)12:36Ipswich station (IPS)£2291One-way2 changes - W70763+P85322+P012306:304h05Sheffield station (SHF)10:35Ipswich station (IPS)£981One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. 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 £38, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 230 km
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£70 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00801+P01769+W70753 | 4:58 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h29 | 9:27 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70753+P01218+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 4:58 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h09 | 9:07 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70753+P67198+P85628 | 4:58 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h26 | 9:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C21676+P67203+P85636 | 5:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 10:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C01905+P01769+P24418 | 6:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h22 | 9:27 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70763+P01230+P85322 | 6:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h05 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70763+P01230+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 6:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h05 | 10:35 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C21670+P01233+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 7:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h05 | 11:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C04342+P01771 | 7:40 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 11:28 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
| C21667+C04675+P85653 | 7:59 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h25 | 12:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C21667+P01241+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 7:59 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h07 | 12:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70775+P01245+P85917 | 8:35 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h01 | 12:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| W70775+P01245+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 8:35 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h01 | 12:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
| C21663+P01250+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street | 9:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h06 | 13:06 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Ipswich
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Trains from Sheffield to Ipswich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 4:39 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Ipswich trainsEast Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Ipswich from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Ipswich
Most Sheffield to Ipswich trains use the Sheffield to Ipswich station pair, with some services arriving at Derby Road. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Ipswich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Ipswich leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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 concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ipswich station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Ipswich from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich train station facilities and services
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: 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.
Getting to Derby Road from Ipswich city centre
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road train station facilities and services
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: 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.
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