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Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Ipswich (IPS)

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20

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

04:39 / 23:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Rochester and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochester to Ipswich is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

London Overground, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Ipswich.

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

Journeys from Rochester to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:39
    3 hrs 2 changes
    07:39
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    06:32
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    12:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    15:32
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    18:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    20:40
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    19:32
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    20:32
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    21:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    22:32
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich
  • Mon 6th May
    22:38
    13 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    11:41
    Rochester
    Ipswich
    Rochester to Ipswich

About Rochester Station

Station name Rochester (RTR)
Address Rochester station, 86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:45 - 13:25
Sunday Closed
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 Rochester and Ipswich

The travel time between Rochester and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochester and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:20.

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Amenities on trains between Rochester 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 Rochester & Ipswich. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Ipswich.

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