Reading to Ipswich by train

  • First train
    00:14
  • Last train
    23:38
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    2hr 9m
  • Distance
    160 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    97
  • Avg. journey time
    2hr 55m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Explore Reading to Ipswich by train

Thinking about travelling from Reading to Ipswich by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Reading to Ipswich

Getting from Reading to Ipswich by rail typically costs US$81.49, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Reading to Ipswich departure frequency and train timetable

With 97 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 6 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 00:14 and the last one is at 23:38. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:14, with the last one at 22:17.

Average train travel time and distance from Reading to Ipswich

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 9 minutes, spanning 160 kilometres in total.

Booking horizon for travel between Reading and Ipswich

Tickets for travel between Reading and Ipswich can be booked 5 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making your Reading to Ipswich travels smooth and enjoyable

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

FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Ipswich

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

How far is Reading to Ipswich by train?

The distance between Reading and Ipswich is 160 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Reading to Ipswich?

The lowest price on this route is US$81.49. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

How far in advance can I book my Reading to Ipswich train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Reading to Ipswich?

The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.

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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.