Met on the concourse
A name board and a hand with the bags as you come off the train — no rank, no queue.
Ipswich · Rail station
Suffolk’s county-town junction. An onward chauffeur for the waterfront, the Heritage Coast and Harwich’s cruises.

How it works
Your driver meets you on the concourse with a name board; the exact pickup point is confirmed with your booking.
A name board and a hand with the bags as you come off the train — no rank, no queue.
We monitor your service and adjust the pickup for delays automatically, at no extra cost.
The price you agree is the price you pay — no meter, no surge, no surprises.
Drivers available for the earliest departures and the latest arrivals alike.
Cars & capacity
Six classes, one standard of care. The price you agree at booking is the price you pay — no meter, no surge.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius · VW Passat | 4 | 2 | £40 |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | £65 |
| First Class | Mercedes S-Class · BMW 7 Series | 3 | 3 | £110 |
| Estate | Mercedes E-Class Estate | 4 | 4 | £60 |
| Executive MPV | Mercedes V-Class · Vito | 7 | 7 | £85 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter (up to 16) | 16 | 16 | £135 |
Always included
How to book
Your pickup point and time, and where you are heading. Online in a minute, or one call to the office.
From a saloon to an executive MPV or minibus — a fixed or fully-quoted price shown before you commit.
Child seats, extra luggage, a courtesy stop — tell us and it is arranged in advance.
You receive your driver's name, photo and number, plus live updates on the day.
Compare the options
How a private chauffeur compares with the alternatives for Ipswich.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train / coach | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Luggage, crowds and no door-to-door service |
| Metered taxi | 5–15 min across Ipswich | Metered — unpredictable | Fare not fixed; higher at peak times |
| Rideshare app | 5–15 min across Ipswich | Surge pricing | No meet & greet; peak-time cancellations |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 5–15 min across Ipswich | Fixed from £40 | Met on arrival, journey tracked, one clear price |
Local knowledge
Your chauffeur waits on the concourse at Ipswich with a name board, or at the designated pickup point for larger stations.
Your fixed price already includes every road toll, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge. There is nothing to add at the kerb.
Expect 5–15 min across ipswich. Your driver plans around live traffic and your real arrival time.
Every P5 chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
The peaks at Ipswich are the commuter rushes and Friday getaways. Book 24–48 hours ahead for your preferred class, though same-day is often possible — call to check.
Settle by card when you book, in cash on the day, or on account with a single monthly invoice for regular travellers. What you agree is the whole cost; a tip is welcome but never assumed.
Ipswich Station is served by greater anglia main line, and the walk from platform to street is where a long journey either ends well or falls apart. A pre-booked chauffeur means no taxi queue and no surge pricing at the barrier — your driver is on the concourse with a name board before the train arrives, tracking the service rather than the timetable.
None of the usual friction applies. The fare is fixed when you book and holds whatever the traffic does; the train is tracked so a delay simply shifts the collection, with three-quarters of an hour of free waiting on top. The driver takes the cases, child seats come free, and you can cancel without charge up to a day before.
Transfers from Ipswich start at £45 for a saloon; estates, executive cars, MPVs and sixteen-seat minibuses are priced the same transparent way. It is typically 5–15 min across ipswich — door to door, one price, no meter running.
Onward journeys
Fixed prices to the destinations our clients ask for most. Anywhere else — just ask.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront | 10–20 min | £45 |
| Harwich International Port | 50 min–1h 10 | £65 |
| Woodbridge | 20–30 min | £45 |
| Felixstowe | 30–45 min | £50 |
Popular transfers
Quick facts
Your driver waits on the concourse with a name board, or at the station's designated pickup point. The exact spot is confirmed with your booking.
We track your train and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. You also get 45 minutes of complimentary wait.
Fixed fares from £40 for a saloon to Ipswich, confirmed before you book. Larger vehicles are priced up front too.
Typically 5–15 min across Ipswich, depending on your exact destination and traffic.
Yes. Your price includes all road tolls, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge.
Yes — infant, child and booster seats are available free of charge. Just add them when you book.
Every chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
Yes. We operate 24/7, every day of the year, including the earliest sailings and the last arrivals.
Pay by card online, by cash to your driver, or on a corporate account. A tip is appreciated but never expected.
Yes. Our executive MPVs seat up to seven and minibuses up to sixteen — ideal for cruise luggage and groups.
“Professional, reliable, and always on time. P5 Chauffeurs never lets you down.”
Ipswich Station · Fixed Prices · 24/7