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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Ipswich on Tue, Apr 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 07 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Tue, Apr 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:15 PM2h22London Stansted Airport12:37 AMIpswich$381One-way0 transfers- 8:45 AM2h20London Stansted Airport11:05 AMIpswich$391One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM2h24London Stansted Airport10:35 AMIpswich$391One-way0 transfers
- 2:46 PM2h15London Stansted Airport5:01 PMIpswich$511One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM2h32London Stansted Airport11:00 AMIpswich$651One-way0 transfers
- 9:28 AM2h09London Stansted Airport11:37 AMIpswich$1111One-way0 transfers
- 2:46 PM2h15London Stansted Airport5:01 PMIpswich$511One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM2h20London Stansted Airport11:05 AMIpswich$391One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 PM2h22London Stansted Airport12:37 AMIpswich$381One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM2h24London Stansted Airport10:35 AMIpswich$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$49 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Ipswich train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich 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 |
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| F64702 · F98315 | On time 7:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 9:35 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| F64694 · F64360 | On time 7:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 10:05 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| F64686 · F64358 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h12 | 10:40 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| F64678 · F64356 | On time 8:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 11:05 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer | |
| F64670 · F64355 | 9:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 11:35 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 8:11 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich from $17 (€14). 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 London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich 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 Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- 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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- 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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