Is there a direct train from Ipswich to Blackpool?

The journey between Ipswich and Blackpool usually involves 14 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Ipswich to Blackpool every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Ipswich to Blackpool?

The Ipswich to Blackpool train travel takes about 4 hours and 37 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Ipswich to Blackpool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Blackpool leaving Ipswich at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 22:43.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Ipswich at around 06:00, with the final departure at 23:50.

Ipswich to Blackpool by train

First train

05:12
Last train

23:50

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

4hr 37m

Distance

342 kilometres
Trains per day

40

Avg. journey time

5hr 58m
Train operators

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Train travel between Ipswich and Blackpool: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Ipswich to Blackpool:

Cheapest tickets: US$140.68
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.

Ipswich to Blackpool departure frequency and train timetable

With 40 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 21 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:12 and the last one is at 22:43. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:00, with the last one at 23:50.

Ipswich to Blackpool distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 342 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 37 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Ipswich and Blackpool?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Ipswich to Blackpool by train?

The trip from Ipswich to Blackpool covers a distance of 342 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Blackpool?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$140.68. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Ipswich to Blackpool?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Blackpool?

The quickest journey is 4 hours and 37 minutes.

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