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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to University (Birmingham) (UNI)

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35

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to University (Birmingham) (UNI)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and University (Birmingham) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to University (Birmingham) is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 46 mins.

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and University (Birmingham).

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to University (Birmingham). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ipswich to University (Birmingham)

Journeys from Ipswich to University (Birmingham) Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    09:50
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:00
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:12
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    10:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:42
    4 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    10:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:54
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    11:22
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:12
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    11:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:58
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:11
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    12:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:39
    4 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    12:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:43
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    13:22
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    13:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:01
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    14:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 5 changes
    14:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:53
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:22
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:09
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    15:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:56
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:53
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    17:22
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Ipswich
    University (Birmingham)
    Ipswich to University (Birmingham)

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 University (Birmingham) Station

Station name University (Birmingham) (UNI)
Address 51 Vincent Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2AG
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:00
Saturday 08:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and University (Birmingham)

The travel time between Ipswich and University (Birmingham) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and University (Birmingham) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 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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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & University (Birmingham). owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and University (Birmingham).

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