The average train between Dumfries and Ipswich takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries 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 Dumfries and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Ipswich station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.
Dumfries to Ipswich train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Ipswich train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Dumfries to Ipswich train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Ipswich is 459.3 km. The road distance is 646 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Ipswich via Carlisle, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 5m.