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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Waterbeach (WBC)

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36

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Waterbeach (WBC)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Waterbeach , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Waterbeach is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Waterbeach.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Waterbeach. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 23 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ipswich to Waterbeach

Journeys from Ipswich to Waterbeach Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:10
    1 hrs 34 mins1 change
    06:44
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    1 hrs 23 mins1 change
    07:23
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:18
    1 hrs 56 mins1 change
    08:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    08:46
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    1 hrs 27 mins1 change
    09:25
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:19
    1 hrs 55 mins1 change
    10:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:38
    2 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    10:56
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:20
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    11:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:01
    1 hrs 26 mins1 change
    11:27
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:08
    1 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    12:03
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:20
    1 hrs 52 mins1 change
    12:12
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:06
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    13:03
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:21
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    13:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    1 hrs 31 mins1 change
    13:27
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:06
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    14:03
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:20
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    14:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:07
    1 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    15:03
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:20
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    15:14
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:58
    1 hrs 29 mins1 change
    15:27
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:07
    1 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    16:03
    Ipswich
    Waterbeach
    Ipswich to Waterbeach

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
AddressIpswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Waterbeach Station

Station name Waterbeach (WBC)
AddressWaterbeach station, Station Road, Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9HT
Managed byGN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Waterbeach

The travel time between Ipswich and Waterbeach by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Waterbeach vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Waterbeach 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 & Waterbeach. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Waterbeach.

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