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Trip Summary
9 trains operate daily from Harrogate to Ipswich. The train trip from Harrogate to Ipswich is usually about 4 hours and 49 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail + Connections train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 174 mi (281 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 18m |
| Lowest price | £49.75 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Harrogate to Ipswich?
Northern Rail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Harrogate to Ipswich. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 9 | 4h 49m | £69.76 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Harrogate to Ipswich start from £50, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Ipswich. Northern Rail + Connections in Harrogate leaves from Harrogate Station and one other station. And in Ipswich trains arrive at Rail Station .
From Harrogate to Ipswich train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ipswich faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 18 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Harrogate and Ipswich is approximately 174 miles, or 281 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 18 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Harrogate to Ipswich. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Harrogate at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Harrogate?
Main departure station: Starbeck
There are two stations in Harrogate where you can board the train to Ipswich.
All train stations in Harrogate:
Starbeck
Harrogate Station
Where is the train station in Ipswich?
Main arrival station: Rail Station
Ipswich has one train station.
Train stations in Ipswich:
Rail Station
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