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Trains from Northampton to Ipswich (IPS)

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28

train journeys
per day

88

miles (141 kms)

2hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

04:14 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Northampton to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Northampton and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Northampton to Ipswich is approximately 88 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Northampton to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Northampton to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:14
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:03
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:06
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    21:07
    Northampton
    Ipswich
    Northampton to Ipswich

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Northampton and Ipswich

The travel time between Northampton and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Northampton and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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Amenities on trains between Northampton and Ipswich can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Northampton & Ipswich. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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