Ipswich to Bradford by train

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  • First train
    06:00
  • Last train
    22:43
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 47m
  • Distance
    274 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    24
  • Avg. journey time
    5hr 39m
  • 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.

Going from Ipswich to Bradford by train

About to set off from Ipswich to Bradford by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Ipswich to Bradford

Ready to book tickets from Ipswich to Bradford? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Ipswich and Bradford typically run €65.26.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Ipswich to Bradford departure frequency and train timetable

With 24 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 20 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 06:00 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 22:43.

Average train travel time from Ipswich to Bradford

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 47 minutes, travelling a total distance of 274 kilometres.

How far in advance Ipswich and Bradford tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Ipswich and Bradford are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your Ipswich to Bradford travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Bradford.

FAQs about the train journey from Ipswich to Bradford

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

What is the distance by train from Ipswich to Bradford?

The total distance between Ipswich and Bradford is 274 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €65.26. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Ipswich to Bradford by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 3 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The quickest journey is 3 hours and 47 minutes.

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