The average train between Ipswich and Watford takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Ipswich to Watford. 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 Watford. 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 Watford at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 9m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ipswich to Watford? 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 Watford. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Watford station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Ipswich to Watford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Watford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Watford station.
Book your Ipswich to Watford train tickets online with Greater Anglia and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Ipswich and Watford is 115.6 km. The road distance is 145 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Watford High Street via Stratford (London), Willesden Junction, and Willesden Junction Low Level in around 2h 22m.