This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich (IPS)

Find the cheapest fares to Ipswich by splitting your tickets

36

train journeys
per day

130

miles (209 kms)

3hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

04:25 / 00:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich (IPS)

Buy tickets from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich. Explore the list of all train routes from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

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

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich is approximately 130 miles (209 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:25
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:03
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:03
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:46
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:03
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:03
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Ipswich
    Portsmouth Harbour to Ipswich

About Portsmouth Harbour Station

Station name Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Address Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich

The travel time between Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich 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 04:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:38.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Ipswich, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Portsmouth Harbour & Ipswich. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Harbour and Ipswich.

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