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Handforth to Ipswich train prices and times

Planning a journey from Handforth to Ipswich? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 246.33, with average prices for this route around SAR 591.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:55 Styal	10:06 Ipswich	4h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:15 Handforth	11:28 Ipswich	5h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:03 Handforth	11:05 Ipswich	4h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:05 Styal	11:39 Ipswich	4h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:00 Handforth	12:05 Ipswich	4h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:05 Styal	12:36 Paris	4h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Handforth to Ipswich train route details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Handforth

Arrival station

Ipswich

Journey time

3h 58m

Distance

269 km

Price

SAR 246.33*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Ipswich

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Handforth to Ipswich can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Handforth to Ipswich, 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%

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 Handforth to Ipswich ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Handforth to Ipswich train ticket types

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

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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