The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Ipswich will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stansted for Ipswich every day 4 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 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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 Stansted to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted 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 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 65 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Ipswich trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y81570 · Y09579 | On time 08:00 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 10:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
Y81582 · Y09427 | On time 08:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 10:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
Y81594 · F56391 | On time 08:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h35 | 11:05 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
Y81594 · Y10829 · Y09427 | On time 08:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h06 | 10:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 2 changes | |
Y81618 · Y09583 | On time 09:00 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h24 | 11:24 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
Y81630 · Y09434 | On time 09:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h21 | 11:36 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Stansted to Ipswich by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted to Ipswich
Trains from Stansted to Ipswich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted to Ipswich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted and Ipswich from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted and Ipswich
- 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
- 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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