The average train between Harwich and Ipswich takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Ipswich station via Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.
Harwich to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Harwich Town station.
Harwich to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Harwich to Ipswich train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Harwich and Ipswich is 15.7 km. The road distance is 33 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Ipswich via Manningtree in around 47 min.