--- title: "Trains from London to Ipswich | EveryRail" description: "Direct Greater Anglia trains take about 1h10 from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich, fastest 1 hour, up to three an hour on weekdays. Global Passes valid." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/london-to-ipswich/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[United Kingdom]()London to Ipswich by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[United Kingdom]()London to Ipswich by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About London to Ipswich by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Ipswich]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated October 2026 # London to Ipswich by train Direct Greater Anglia trains take about 1h10 from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich, fastest 1 hour, up to three an hour on weekdays. Global Passes valid. ![Ipswich marina and waterfront seen from the air, in black and white]() Origin [London]() Destination Ipswich Country [United Kingdom]() [London]() to Ipswich is a direct Greater Anglia journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes, and the fastest trains take about 1 hour. Trains leave London Liverpool Street and arrive at Ipswich station in Suffolk. Greater Anglia is the only company running them, with up to three trains an hour on weekdays. An Interrail or [Eurail Global Pass]() covers the trip. ## Trains leave from London Liverpool Street Head for Liverpool Street, the City of London terminal at Bishopsgate. It is not Liverpool Lime Street, which is in a different city, and it is not King's Cross or St Pancras, which serve the north and Europe. The station has an Elizabeth line concourse and Underground connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines, so it is easy to reach from most of central London. Your platform appears on the departure boards shortly before the train leaves, so wait beneath the boards. The station has lifts and step-free access to all platforms, a taxi rank, shops and cafés, and luggage storage if you have time to spare before your train. ## The journey is direct and takes about 70 minutes Every train is direct, with no change. The fastest take about 1 hour and a typical journey is about 1 hour 10 minutes. Stopping trains take longer, so read the arrival time as well as the departure time when you choose. On weekdays you can expect up to three trains an hour. Weekend timetables differ, so check your date before you plan a connection. Wi-Fi is available on all Greater Anglia trains. ## Advance is cheapest but tied to one train British fares come in three main kinds. Advance tickets are the cheapest, sold in limited numbers and valid only on the specific train printed on them. Off-Peak tickets cost more, and you can use them on any train outside the busiest times. Anytime tickets are the most expensive, and you can use them on any train at any time. Prices vary by day and time, so there is no single fare. Booking early for a train you are sure to catch is the best way to pay less. Greater Anglia trains have no seat reservations, so with any ticket you sit in any free seat. Booking directly with Greater Anglia carries no booking fee. If you hold a Railcard that is valid in Britain, it gives a percentage off many fares. You can buy from the ticket machines or the ticket office at Liverpool Street, or on the Greater Anglia website and app. Check your date and time before you buy, because Advance fares change. ## Rail passes cover Greater Anglia Interrail and Eurail Global Passes are valid on the National Rail network in Great Britain, and Greater Anglia is part of it. On a pass travel day you do not need a separate ticket for this trip. Greater Anglia needs no seat reservation, so a pass holder can board without one. Interrail Global Passes are for people who live in Europe, and Eurail Global Passes are for people who live outside Europe. If you live in the UK, a Global Pass covers only one outbound and one inbound journey in your own country, so you cannot use it for an ordinary trip inside Britain. ## Arriving at Ipswich Ipswich station is on Burrell Road, about a 15-minute walk from the waterfront, and buses run from the station forecourt to the town centre. It has a ticket office, step-free access to all platforms, shops and refreshments, and bus and taxi connections outside. Bike storage and hire are available. Taxis and buses are the easiest option if you have luggage. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() ### Train service - [Greater Anglia]() Greater Anglia runs from London Liverpool Street to Norwich, Cambridge, Ipswich, Colchester and East Anglia's coast, Broads and airports. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Ipswich [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Ipswich**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### How long is the train from London to Ipswich? The fastest trains take about 1 hour and a typical journey is about 1 hour 10 minutes. Stopping trains take longer, so check the arrival time. ### Is there a direct train from London to Ipswich? Yes. Greater Anglia runs direct trains from London Liverpool Street to Ipswich, with no change. It is the only company on this trip. ### Which London station do trains to Ipswich leave from? London Liverpool Street, at Bishopsgate in the City of London. It has an Elizabeth line concourse and Underground connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines. ### How much is a train ticket from London to Ipswich? It depends on the day and time. Advance singles are cheapest but only valid on the train you book, Off-Peak is dearer and Anytime costs the most. ### Do I need to reserve a seat or book ahead for London to Ipswich? No. Greater Anglia trains have no seat reservations, so you sit in any free seat. Booking an Advance ticket early is the way to pay less, but it is only valid on the train you book. ### Does my Interrail or Eurail pass work from London to Ipswich? Yes. Global Passes are valid on the National Rail network, which includes Greater Anglia. If you live in the UK, a Global Pass covers only one outbound and one inbound journey in your own country, so it does not cover an ordinary trip inside Britain. ## More routes [![Tower Bridge in London at dusk]()Amsterdam to London by trainDirect Eurostar trains take about 4 hours 10 minutes from Amsterdam to London, with around 3 daily departures and fares from about €57 / £52.]()[![Tower Bridge in London at dusk]()Barcelona to London by trainNo direct train. TGV INOUI Barcelona Sants to Paris Gare de Lyon (about 6h46), RER D to Gare du Nord, then Eurostar (2h17) to London St Pancras.]()[![Tower Bridge in London at dusk]()Birmingham to London by trainDirect trains from Birmingham New Street to London Euston take about 1h30, fastest 1h17. Chiltern Railways from Moor Street to Marylebone takes about 2 hours.]()[![Tower Bridge in London at dusk]()Brighton to London by trainDirect trains take about 1 hour from Brighton to London, to Victoria, London Bridge or St Pancras. 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