The average train between Durham and Ipswich takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 every 4 hours between Durham and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Ipswich station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Durham to Ipswich train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Ipswich train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Durham to Ipswich train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Ipswich is 352.2 km. The road distance is 416 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Ipswich via York and Peterborough in around 5h 2m.