Train from Cambridge to Ipswich: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Cambridge to Ipswich on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
IpswichCheapest
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
IpswichFastest
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
IpswichNo tags
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
IpswichNo tags
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
IpswichNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:44 PM GMT.

Get from Cambridge to Ipswich

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
1h 14mAverage duration
71 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Ipswich by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cambridge to Ipswich?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Ipswich start from R 469. The average price for this train route is around R 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Ipswich?

    The average train journey time from Cambridge to Ipswich is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 12m and is operated by Greater Anglia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Ipswich route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Ipswich?

    The earliest train from Cambridge to Ipswich departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 22:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/01
R 448
25/01
R 450
Today
R 451
27/01
R 450
28/01
R 449
29/01
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30/01
R 445
31/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Ipswich was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 445

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Ipswich as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 445 to R 451 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Ipswich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 445, which is on 2026-01-30.

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