A major freight route also runs between the Port of Felixstowe and London.

GB Railfreight began running a service from the Port of Felixstowe in 2006.

The Port of Felixstowe is a major container port 12 miles to the east.

A branch line for goods trains to the Port of Felixstowe was opened in 1987.

The Port of Felixstowe is the largest container port in the United Kingdom.

The line remains open and sidings to the south of the station connect with railway lines in the Port of Felixstowe.

Port of Felixstowe on the east coast - the fourth largest seaport in Europe.

Ship spotters enjoy a day out at the Port of Felixstowe.

Work is under way in 2012 to increase the capacity of the Port of Felixstowe with additional deep water berths and a new rail terminal.

The Port of Felixstowe is a major focus for these and Freightliner have a depot at Ipswich station.