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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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18

train journeys
per day

322

miles (518 kms)

5hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 322 miles (518 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 23 mins.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Lumo, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley

Journeys from Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    5 hrs 20 mins1 change
    11:20
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:18
    6 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    13:05
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    5 hrs 23 mins1 change
    13:21
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:19
    6 hrs 49 mins2 changes
    15:08
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:39
    6 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:43
    7 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    16:06
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:01
    6 hrs 15 mins1 change
    16:16
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:20
    6 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    16:41
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    5 hrs 27 mins1 change
    17:23
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:20
    6 hrs 49 mins2 changes
    19:09
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:41
    7 hrs 24 mins4 changes
    20:05
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:58
    6 hrs 16 mins1 change
    20:14
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:20
    6 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    21:14
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:00
    6 hrs 8 mins1 change
    22:08
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:20
    6 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    23:05
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:41
    13 hrs 24 mins4 changes
    09:05
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:43
    11 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    10:07
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:40
    11 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    11:20
    Ipswich
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Ipswich to Edinburgh Waverley

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 Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
AddressEdinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

First class tickets on trains between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley 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 & Edinburgh Waverley. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Lumo, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Edinburgh Waverley.

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