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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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13

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Manchester Victoria is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:07
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    5 hrs 2 changes
    16:56
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    6 hrs 2 changes
    18:07
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    6 hrs 2 changes
    20:07
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    6 hrs 2 changes
    22:07
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:01
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    01:23
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:42
    11 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Ipswich
    Manchester Victoria
    Ipswich to Manchester Victoria

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 Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria 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 & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Manchester Victoria.

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