The average train between Scarborough and Ipswich takes 5h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough 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 Scarborough and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 5h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Ipswich station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.
Scarborough to Ipswich train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Ipswich train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Scarborough to Ipswich train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Scarborough and Ipswich is 267.9 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Ipswich via York and Peterborough in around 5h 9m.