The average train between Ipswich and Gateshead takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Ipswich to Gateshead. 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 Gateshead. 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 Gateshead at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Ipswich to Gateshead? 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 Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Gateshead station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Ipswich to Gateshead train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Gateshead train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Ipswich to Gateshead train tickets online with Greater Anglia and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Ipswich and Gateshead is 370.7 km. The road distance is 438 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Newcastle via Peterborough in around 4h 26m.