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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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11

train journeys
per day

147

miles (237 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Ipswich is approximately 147 miles (237 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 46 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Ipswich.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Stafford to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:22
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:07
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:32
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:32
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:32
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:21
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:01
    10 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Stafford
    Ipswich
    Stafford to Ipswich

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 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 Stafford and Ipswich

The travel time between Stafford and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Stafford 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 Stafford & Ipswich. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Ipswich.

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