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Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €57.79, with average prices for this route around €69.71. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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17:41
4h 43m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
22:24
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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18:41
5h 7m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
23:48
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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19:41
4h 58m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
00:39
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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21:41
10h 44m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
08:25
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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23:14
10h 30m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
09:44
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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23:14
11h 51m, Changes required
Derby Road (Ipswich)
11:05
+1
Paris
Greater AngliaLNERTransPennine Express
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Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:47
Last train
Last train
23:14
Departure station
Departure station
Derby Road (Ipswich)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
4h 30m
Distance
Distance
279 km
Price
Price
€57.79*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Derby Road (Ipswich) to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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