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How to get £3.50 train tickets between Ipswich and Norwich this winter

Greater Anglia is offering heavily discounted advance tickets between Ipswich and Norwich until March, with bookings open from 14 January. Here's how to secure the cheapest fares.

Why it matters: Rail users could save significantly on travel costs to and from Norwich during the six-week promotional period, with advance tickets available at less than half the usual price.

The big picture: The sale is part of a national campaign celebrating 200 years of British rail travel, with train operators across the UK offering 50% discounts on two million advance tickets.

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Greater Anglia is offering heavily discounted advance tickets between Ipswich and Norwich until March(Greater Anglia)

Key details:

  • Tickets must be booked between 14 and 20 January 2025

  • Travel dates run from 17 January to 31 March 2025

  • Ipswich to Norwich tickets available from £3.50 each way

  • Children under five travel free

  • Under 15s pay just £2 when travelling with an adult

How to book:

  • Book online through the Greater Anglia website

  • Use the Greater Anglia mobile app

  • Call the contact centre on 0345 600 7245 (option 2)

  • No booking fees apply through these official channels

What they're saying: Martin Moran, Commercial Director at Greater Anglia, said: "Travelling by train is cheaper than you think, and the Great British Rail Sale means people can travel for even less."

Worth noting: Railcard discounts cannot be used alongside the promotional fares. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The bottom line: The sale offers a rare opportunity for significant savings on rail travel between Ipswich and Norwich, but passengers need to act quickly to secure the cheapest fares.

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