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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Ipswich will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Ipswich every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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 Wolverhampton to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £39, and a coach costs an average of £80.
Distance: 230 km
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3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Ipswich trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:33 Wolverhampton | 4h57 | 12:30 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:01 Wolverhampton | 4h34 | 12:35 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:01 Wolverhampton | 4h34 | 13:35 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Ipswich
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains from Wolverhampton to Ipswich trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Ipswich from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Ipswich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton and Ipswich
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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
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.
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