The average train between Lancaster and Ipswich takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster 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 hourly between Lancaster and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Lancaster to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Lancaster to Ipswich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Lancaster and Ipswich is 344.5 km. The road distance is 483 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Ipswich via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 9m.