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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Hale (Manchester) (HAL)

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19

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

4hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Hale (Manchester) (HAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Hale (Manchester) is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 36 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester).

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Hale (Manchester). The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Hale (Manchester) Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:12
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:12
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:11
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:09
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:41
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:41
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:14
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    19:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:10
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    21:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:41
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    22:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:42
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    23:43
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:01
    10 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    06:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:43
    10 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:40
    11 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Ipswich
    Hale (Manchester)
    Ipswich to Hale (Manchester)

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 Hale (Manchester) Station

Station name Hale (Manchester) (HAL)
Address Hale station, Ashley Road, Hale, Greater Manchester, WA14 2UZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 13:50
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Hale (Manchester)

The travel time between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

First class tickets on trains between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester) 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 & Hale (Manchester). owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Hale (Manchester).

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