What is the best way to travel from Ipswich to Plymouth?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Plymouth from Ipswich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Ipswich?
You can reach Plymouth with just £202 by taking a Train from Greater Anglia, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Greater Anglia5h 32m012:41IpswichCentral Station18:13PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:13:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 32m
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Greater Anglia5h 28m013:41IpswichCentral Station19:09PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 28m
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Greater Anglia5h 24m014:41IpswichCentral Station20:05PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 14:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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Greater Anglia5h 6m016:04IpswichCentral Station21:10PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 16:04:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 6m
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Greater Anglia5h 26m016:41IpswichCentral Station22:07PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 16:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 22:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 26m
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What are the fastest trips from Ipswich to Plymouth?
You can get to Plymouth from Ipswich in just 5h 6m with a Train from Greater Anglia. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Greater Anglia5h 6m016:04IpswichCentral Station21:10PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 16:04:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 6m
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Greater Anglia5h 24m014:41IpswichCentral Station20:05PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 14:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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Greater Anglia5h 26m016:41IpswichCentral Station22:07PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 16:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 22:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 26m
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Greater Anglia5h 28m013:41IpswichCentral Station19:09PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 28m
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Greater Anglia5h 32m012:41IpswichCentral Station18:13PlymouthCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:41:00 to Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:13:00. 50 Economy ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 32m
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Bus from Ipswich to Plymouth
What are the most popular stations in Ipswich and Plymouth?
In Ipswich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bus Stop or Cardinal Park Cinema Bus Station, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Central Station, Marsh Mills or Dockyard Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Plymouth from Ipswich? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ipswich and Plymouth, you can pay as low as £202 with a Train from Greater Anglia.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Greater Anglia: you will get to Plymouth in just 5h 6m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ipswich and Plymouth are Greater Anglia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Ipswich and Plymouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kesgrave or to Torpoint, and look at flights from Wethersfield Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Ipswich to Plymouth?
The most popular companies between Ipswich and Plymouth, are Greater Anglia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Greater Anglia
All you need to know when you travel from Ipswich to Plymouth
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ipswich to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Ipswich to Plymouth
How can I reach Plymouth from Ipswich?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Plymouth from Ipswich.
How far is Plymouth from Ipswich?
The distance between Ipswich and Plymouth is 413.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ipswich and Plymouth?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 102 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ipswich to Plymouth?
You can get to Plymouth with just £202 by taking a Train from Greater Anglia.
What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Plymouth?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Plymouth in just 5h 6m with a Train from Greater Anglia.
More routes to Ipswich and to Plymouth
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ipswich and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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