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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Lincoln (LCN)

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17

train journeys
per day

107

miles (173 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Lincoln , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Lincoln is approximately 107 miles (173 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Lincoln.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:38
    8 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:36
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    15:37
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:58
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    17:40
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:20
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    19:36
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:37
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:42
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    21:03
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:21
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    22:15
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:01
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:39
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:43
    9 hrs 3 changes
    07:43
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:42
    9 hrs 2 changes
    08:42
    Ipswich
    Lincoln
    Ipswich to Lincoln

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 Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Lincoln

The travel time between Ipswich and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Lincoln vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Lincoln 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 & Lincoln. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Lincoln.

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