The average train between Folkestone and Ipswich takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Ipswich station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Folkestone to Ipswich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Ipswich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Folkestone to Ipswich train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Folkestone and Ipswich is 108.7 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ipswich via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 15m.