The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
P49723 · P473049:21 AM1h59Ipswich station (IPS)11:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$431One-way1 transfer
P49718 · P472998:19 AM2h01Ipswich station (IPS)10:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$431One-way1 transfer
P50922 · P467848:39 AM2h16Ipswich station (IPS)10:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$561One-way1 transfer
P47725 · P468008:43 AM2h24Ipswich station (IPS)11:07 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$691One-way1 transfer
P47725 · P49435 · P467848:43 AM2h12Ipswich station (IPS)10:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$691One-way2 transfers
P50922 · P50762 · P467708:39 AM1h58Ipswich station (IPS)10:37 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$711One-way2 transfers
P49723 · P473049:21 AM1h59Ipswich station (IPS)11:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$431One-way1 transfer
P49718 · P472998:19 AM2h01Ipswich station (IPS)10:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$431One-way1 transfer
P47725 · P49435 · P467848:43 AM2h12Ipswich station (IPS)10:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$691One-way2 transfers
P50922 · P467848:39 AM2h16Ipswich station (IPS)10:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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$52 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Monday, April 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F64362 · F64668 | 7:10 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h13 | 9:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
F64359 · F64628 | 7:41 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h14 | 9:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
F64297 · F63173 · F64624 | 7:53 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h14 | 10:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
F64357 · F64620 | 8:10 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h13 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
F63121 · F64616 | On time 8:33 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h04 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
F64295 · F63491 · F64614 | 8:45 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 2h10 | 10:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 9:19 PM |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and London Stansted Airport from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
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