The average train between Birmingham International and Ipswich takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham International to Ipswich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham International and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham International is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham International to Ipswich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham International to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Birmingham International to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham International to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Birmingham International to Ipswich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Birmingham International and Ipswich is 200.9 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham International to Ipswich via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 44m.