Ipswich to Slough by train

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Overview: trains from Ipswich to Slough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ipswich to Slough, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:44 View journey
Last train 23:50 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 134
Trains / day 52 View all
Cheapest journey £25.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 41m
Train operators 9

Taking the train from Ipswich to Slough

So you’re considering going from Ipswich to Slough by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Ipswich and Slough

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £25.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train timetable for travel between Ipswich and Slough

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Ipswich to Slough by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:44

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 22:43

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:09

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:50

  • Average number of daily trains: 52 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 20 minutes

Train duration for trips from Ipswich to Slough

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 6 minutes, crossing a total distance of 134 kilometres.

When do tickets between Ipswich and Slough go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Ipswich and Slough 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Ipswich to Slough travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Slough.

FAQs about the train journey from Ipswich to Slough

Want to know more about your journey from Ipswich to Slough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Ipswich to Slough is 134 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.