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Ipswich to Croydon train route details

First train
First train
11:41
Last train
Last train
23:21
Departure city
Departure city
Ipswich
Arrival city
Arrival city
Croydon
Journey time
Journey time
1h 49m
Distance
Distance
114 km
Price
Price
BRL 97.73*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia

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11:41
1h 55m, 2 change
Ipswich
13:36
East Croydon
Greater AngliaElizabeth line
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11:41
1h 58m, 2 change
Ipswich
13:39
West Croydon
Greater AngliaElizabeth line
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11:53
2h 13m, 1 change
Ipswich
14:06
East Croydon
Greater AngliaThameslink
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12:10
2h 5m, 2 change
Ipswich
14:15
East Croydon
Greater AngliaElizabeth line
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12:41
1h 55m, 2 change
Ipswich
14:36
East Croydon
Greater AngliaElizabeth line
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12:41
1h 58m, 2 change
Ipswich
14:39
Paris
Greater AngliaElizabeth line
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Typical ticket prices between Ipswich and Croydon are around BRL 97.73, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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