The average train between Ipswich and Lancaster takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Ipswich to Lancaster. 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 Ipswich and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ipswich to Lancaster? 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 Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Lancaster station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Ipswich to Lancaster train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Lancaster train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Ipswich to Lancaster train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ipswich and Lancaster is 344.5 km. The road distance is 483 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Lancaster via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 15m.