Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea by train
Southend-on-Sea lies 65 km (41 mi) south-west of Ipswich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 38 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 80 km (50 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Ipswich | Southend-on-Sea | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 178,835 | 295,310 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Ipswich railway station, Derby Road railway station | Southend Victoria railway station, Southend Central railway station, Thorpe Bay railway station |
| Postal codes | IP1–IP4 | SS1–SS99 |
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Common questions
How far is Southend-on-Sea from Ipswich?
65 km (41 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ipswich; by road roughly 80 km (50 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea by train?
About 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ipswich and Southend-on-Sea?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.