Ipswich to Sheffield by train

  • First train
    00:49
  • Last train
    22:43
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 16m
  • Distance
    230 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    47
  • Avg. journey time
    4hr 14m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

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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.

Travelling by train from Ipswich to Sheffield

Ready to travel from Ipswich to Sheffield by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Ipswich to Sheffield

Getting from Ipswich to Sheffield by rail typically costs €105.48, 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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Train schedule for travel between Ipswich and Sheffield

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 47 trains make this journey of 230 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Ipswich is at 06:00 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:43.

During the weekend, 00:49 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:43 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 11 minutes.

Average train travel time from Ipswich to Sheffield

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 16 minutes, travelling a total distance of 230 kilometres.

How far in advance Ipswich and Sheffield tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Ipswich and Sheffield are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making your Ipswich to Sheffield travels smooth and enjoyable

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

FAQs about the train journey from Ipswich to Sheffield

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

What’s the distance from Ipswich to Sheffield by train?

The train route from Ipswich to Sheffield covers 230 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Ipswich to Sheffield by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is €105.48. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

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

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Ipswich to Sheffield by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 16 minutes.

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