The average train between Chester and Ipswich takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Ipswich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Ipswich. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Ipswich at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Ipswich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Ipswich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Chester to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Ipswich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Chester to Ipswich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chester and Ipswich is 300.7 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Ipswich via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 41m.