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Wakefield to Ipswich Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 9 daily train trips between Wakefield and Ipswich. The average train journey from Wakefield to Ipswich takes 4 hours and 10 minutes, but some Northern Rail + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 158 mi (254 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 50m |
| Lowest price | $31.13 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Wakefield to Ipswich?
Northern Rail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Wakefield to Ipswich. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 9 | 4h 11m | $49.00 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Wakefield to Ipswich start from $31, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Ipswich. Northern Rail + Connections in Wakefield leaves from Outwood and one other station. And in Ipswich trains arrive at Rail Station .
From Wakefield to Ipswich train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ipswich faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 50 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Wakefield to Ipswich
The distance between Wakefield and Ipswich is approximately 158 miles, or 254 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 50 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.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wakefield to Ipswich. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wakefield at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. 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.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ipswich to Wakefield.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main departure station: Outwood
There are two stations in Wakefield where you can board the train to Ipswich.
All train stations in Wakefield:
Outwood
Sandal & Agbrigg
Where is the train station in Ipswich?
Main arrival station: Rail Station
Ipswich has one train station.
All train stations in Ipswich:
Rail Station
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