The average train between Essex and Ipswich takes 35 min and the fastest train takes 31 min. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 12:32 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essex station and arriving at Ipswich station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 35 min.
Essex to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Witham (Essex) station.
Essex to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.
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The distance between Essex and Ipswich is 46.6 km. The road distance is 48 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Witham (Essex) to Ipswich hourly. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 36 min.