The average train between Glasgow and Ipswich takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Glasgow to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Glasgow to Ipswich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Glasgow and Ipswich is 551.5 km. The road distance is 755 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Ipswich via London Euston, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 17m.