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Ipswich to Elsenham train route details

First train
05:11

Last train
23:22

Journey time
2h 29m

Distance
41 miles

Price
£24.20*
What are the next train times from Ipswich to Elsenham?
Discover all upcoming Ipswich to Elsenham 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
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:19 Ipswich | 08:49 Elsenham (Essex) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:20 Ipswich | 09:49 Elsenham (Essex) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:20 Ipswich | 10:49 Elsenham (Essex) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:20 Ipswich | 11:49 Elsenham (Essex) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:20 Ipswich | 12:49 Elsenham (Essex) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:20 Ipswich | 13:49 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Ipswich to Elsenham

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Ipswich and Elsenham on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









