The average train between Ipswich and Bradford takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Ipswich to Bradford. 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 Ipswich and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Bradford at 11:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough 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 Ipswich to Bradford? 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 Ipswich to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Bradford station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Ipswich to Bradford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Bradford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Ipswich to Bradford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Ipswich and Bradford is 274.2 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Bradford Interchange via Peterborough and Leeds in around 4h 7m.