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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Northampton

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38

train journeys
per day

88

miles (141 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Northampton is approximately 88 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Northampton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Northampton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:15
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:51
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Ipswich
    Northampton
    Ipswich to Northampton

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 Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Northampton

The travel time between Ipswich and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Northampton 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 & Northampton. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Northampton.

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