The average train between Bridgwater and Ipswich takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 12:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Bridgwater is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 9:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Taunton and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Bridgwater station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Bridgwater to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.
Bridgwater to Ipswich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Bridgwater to Ipswich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bridgwater and Ipswich is 305.3 km. The road distance is 364 km.
You can take a train from Bridgwater to Ipswich via Taunton, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 8m.