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Find the best prices from Leicester to Ipswich

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Leicester to Ipswich, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Leicester to Ipswich Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Leicester to Ipswich? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as VND 1,275,781, with average prices for this route around VND 4,444,281.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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22:52
8h 14m, Changes required
Leicester
07:06
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Ipswich
East Midlands RailwayGreater Anglia
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Leicester to Ipswich Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:16
Last train
Last train
22:52
Departure station
Departure station
Leicester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ipswich
Journey time
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
Distance
168 km
Price
Price
VND 1,275,781*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Ipswich

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leicester to Ipswich. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leicester to Ipswich 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%

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 traveling from Leicester to Ipswich, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leicester to Ipswich ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Leicester to Ipswich more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to Ipswich train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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