The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Sunderland to Ipswich you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 358 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Ipswich trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:17 Sunderland | 5h09 | 15:26 Ipswich | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:32 Sunderland | 5h55 | 17:27 Ipswich | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:32 Sunderland | 5h55 | 19:27 Ipswich | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:30 Sunderland | 4h57 | 21:27 Ipswich | 2 changes | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 07:56 Sunderland | 5h32 | 13:28 Ipswich | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Ipswich
Trains from Sunderland to Ipswich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 358 km distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 358 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 18:29 |
Train companies: LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Ipswich trainsLNER, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Ipswich from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Sunderland to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Ipswich
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- 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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