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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Derby (DBY)

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7

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 21:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Derby is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 14 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Derby.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ipswich to Derby

Journeys from Ipswich to Derby Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    4 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    10:23
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    4 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    12:22
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:01
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    14:22
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    16:24
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:58
    4 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    18:22
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:00
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    20:21
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:01
    3 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    23:19
    Ipswich
    Derby
    Ipswich to Derby

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
AddressIpswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
AddressDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Derby

The travel time between Ipswich and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:40.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Derby 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 & Derby. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Derby.

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