The average train between Rochdale and Ipswich takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale 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 4 hours between Rochdale and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Ipswich station via Leeds station and Peterborough station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Rochdale to Ipswich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Ipswich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.
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The distance between Rochdale and Ipswich is 281.9 km. The road distance is 333 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Ipswich via Leeds and Peterborough in around 5h 57m.