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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

123

miles (199 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Retford is approximately 123 miles (199 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 59 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:42
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:00
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:21
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:42
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:11
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:01
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    23:14
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:43
    8 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:42
    9 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Ipswich
    Retford
    Ipswich to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Retford

The travel time between Ipswich and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 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 Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Retford.

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