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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Ipswich (IPS)

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25

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

2hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Ipswich is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Ipswich.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:59
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:53
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:28
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:24
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:28
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:24
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:02
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:35
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:11
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:00
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:39
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:02
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:02
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:35
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:02
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:02
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:02
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:58
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:13
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:04
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:02
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:10
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:02
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:02
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    21:36
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:02
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:35
    Canterbury East
    Ipswich
    Canterbury East to Ipswich

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Canterbury East and Ipswich

The travel time between Canterbury East and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury East and Ipswich can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury East & Ipswich. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Ipswich.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Canterbury East and Ipswich, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.