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Ipswich to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £14.80, with average prices for this route around £15.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Ipswich	06:30 Braintree Freeport	1h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Ipswich	07:16 Braintree Freeport	1h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:54 Ipswich	08:00 Braintree Freeport	1h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:25 Ipswich	08:47 Braintree Freeport	1h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:43 Ipswich	08:47 Braintree Freeport	1h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:43 Ipswich	09:47 Paris	1h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Ipswich to Braintree Freeport train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:21

Departure station

Ipswich

Arrival station

Braintree Freeport

Journey time

52m

Distance

28 miles

Price

£14.80*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ipswich to Braintree Freeport train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Ipswich to Braintree Freeport with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Ipswich to Braintree Freeport train prices and times

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