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Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Ipswich (IPS)

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20

train journeys
per day

52

miles (84 kms)

2hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:31 / 23:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich is approximately 52 miles (84 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

London Overground, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich.

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

Journeys from Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:31
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    07:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    09:24
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    12:24
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    13:24
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    14:24
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    15:24
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    16:24
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    17:24
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    18:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:40
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    19:24
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    20:24
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    21:24
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    22:24
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    22:30
    13 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    11:41
    Gillingham (Kent)
    Ipswich
    Gillingham (Kent) to Ipswich

About Gillingham (Kent) Station

Station name Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
Address Gillingham station, Railway Street, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1XE
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 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 Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich

The travel time between Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:20.

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

Amenities on trains between Gillingham (Kent) 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 Gillingham (Kent) & Ipswich. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Gillingham (Kent) and Ipswich.

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