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AED 115.42
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Ipswich to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ipswich to Manchester, starting from AED 80.84 and averaging AED 271.62. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 56m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sun, May 25
    From AED 115.42
  • Mon, May 26
    From AED 115.42
  • Tue, May 27
    From AED 80.84
  • Wed, May 28
    From AED 115.42
  • Thu, May 29
    From AED 115.42
  • Fri, May 30
    From AED 115.42
  • Sat, May 31
    From AED 115.42
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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13:41
Ipswich
19:05
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 24m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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13:55
Ipswich
19:36
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 41m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaLNERCrossCountryEast Midlands Railway
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13:55
Ipswich
19:38
Manchester Victoria
5h 43m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaLNERTransPennine Express
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13:55
Ipswich
20:40
Manchester Piccadilly
6h 45m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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14:41
Ipswich
20:00
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 19m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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15:41
Ipswich
21:05
Paris
5h 24m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaLNERTransPennine Express
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Ipswich to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:35
Last train
Last train
22:44
Departure station
Departure station
Ipswich
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
4h 56m
Distance
Distance
278 km
Price
Price
AED 80.84*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Ipswich to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ipswich to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 Ipswich to Manchester 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Ipswich to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Ipswich to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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