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Handforth to Ipswich train route details

First train
First train
05:55
Last train
Last train
23:58
Departure city
Departure city
Handforth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ipswich
Journey time
Journey time
3h 58m
Distance
Distance
168 miles
Price
Price
£48.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

What are the next train times from Handforth to Ipswich?

Discover all upcoming Handforth to Ipswich services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
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14:39
4h 48m, 2 change
Handforth
19:27
Ipswich
NorthernEast Midlands Railway
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15:00
4h 8m, 2 change
Handforth
19:08
Ipswich
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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15:05
4h 33m, 2 change
Styal
19:38
Ipswich
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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15:16
5h 46m, 3 change
Handforth
21:02
Ipswich
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:00
4h 5m, 2 change
Handforth
20:05
Ipswich
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:05
4h 31m, 2 change
Styal
20:36
Paris
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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Ticket prices for Handforth to Ipswich typically cost around £48.50, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
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How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Ipswich

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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