The average train between Kendal and Ipswich takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 every 2 hours between Kendal and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Ipswich? 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 Kendal to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Kendal to Ipswich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Ipswich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Kendal to Ipswich train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Ipswich is 362.1 km. The road distance is 517 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Ipswich via Oxenholme Lake District, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 8m.