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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Ipswich | Stansted Mountfitchet | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Ipswich | Stansted Mountfitchet | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Ipswich | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ipswich | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ipswich | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Ipswich to Stansted
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ipswich to Stansted by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ipswich to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Ipswich to Stansted start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ipswich to Stansted?
The average train ride duration from Ipswich to Stansted is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 40 miles (63 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators service the Ipswich to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ipswich to Stansted?
The earliest train departs from Ipswich to Stansted at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 10:43pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ipswich to Stansted was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ipswich to Stansted, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $130 for a train ticket from Ipswich to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-11.
