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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Swansea (SWA)

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23

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Swansea is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Swansea.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Swansea Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:41
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:18
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:52
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:10
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:19
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:42
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:10
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:47
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    22:33
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:42
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    00:52
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:45
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    02:23
    Ipswich
    Swansea
    Ipswich to Swansea

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 Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Swansea

The travel time between Ipswich and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Swansea 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 & Swansea. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Swansea.

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