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Trains from Reading West to Ipswich (IPS)

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36

train journeys
per day

100

miles (161 kms)

2hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West 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 Reading West to Ipswich is approximately 100 miles (161 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:40
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:05
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:05
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:41
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    12:39
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:24
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:38
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    14:36
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Reading West
    Ipswich
    Reading West to Ipswich

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Reading West and Ipswich

The travel time between Reading West and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West 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 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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

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