Ipswich to Derby by train

Going from Ipswich to Derby by train

About to set off from Ipswich to Derby 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 Derby

Ready to book tickets from Ipswich to Derby? 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 Derby typically run €94.14.

• 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 4 and a half months in advance.

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Ipswich to Derby departure timetable

On this route, 40 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Ipswich at 05:12 and the last leaving at 22:43 during the week.

For weekend travel to Derby, the earliest departure is at 06:00 and the last one is at 22:43. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 21 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Ipswich to Derby?

On this route spanning 201 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 16 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Ipswich and Derby?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Ipswich and Derby 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Additional information on train travel from Ipswich to Derby

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Derby city guide to start planning your getaway.