The average train between Maidstone and Ipswich takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Maidstone 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 Maidstone and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Maidstone to Ipswich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.
Maidstone to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.
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The distance between Maidstone and Ipswich is 98.5 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone East to Ipswich via London Bridge, London Bridge Bus Station, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 25m.