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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Ipswich (IPS)

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32

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

2hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Ipswich is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:49
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:24
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:24
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:24
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:24
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:37
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Canterbury West
    Ipswich
    Canterbury West to Ipswich

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

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 West and Ipswich

The travel time between Canterbury West and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 West & Ipswich. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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