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Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Ipswich (IPS)

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29

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

03:23 / 01:14

first / last train

8

direct trains

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Peterborough and Ipswich , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Peterborough to Ipswich is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 45 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Ipswich.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Peterborough to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Peterborough to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:23
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    09:27
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    11:28
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:09
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    13:28
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    15:07
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    15:26
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:50
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    17:27
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Peterborough
    Ipswich
    Peterborough to Ipswich

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 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 Available
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 Peterborough and Ipswich

The travel time between Peterborough and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Peterborough and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

First class tickets on trains between Peterborough and Ipswich typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Peterborough to Ipswich

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Ipswich.

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