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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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29

train journeys
per day

188

miles (304 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Cardiff Bay is approximately 188 miles (304 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 48 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:15
    4 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    09:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    10:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:12
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    10:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    11:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:12
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    11:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:43
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:11
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    12:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:43
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    13:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:10
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    13:54
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    14:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:09
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    15:54
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    16:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    17:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:41
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:10
    4 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:53
    4 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    19:06
    Ipswich
    Cardiff Bay
    Ipswich to Cardiff Bay

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

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Cardiff Bay.

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