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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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15

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

6hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Ipswich (IPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Ipswich , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Ipswich is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 50 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Great Northern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Ipswich.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Ipswich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Ipswich Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:59
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:58
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    20:04
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:23
    11 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Swansea
    Ipswich
    Swansea to Ipswich

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 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 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 Swansea and Ipswich

The travel time between Swansea and Ipswich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Ipswich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Ipswich. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Great Northern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Ipswich.

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