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16/05/2025
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London to Ipswich by bus

The journey from London to Ipswich by bus is 65.4 mi and takes 4 hrs 1 min. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:40 and the last at 22:50. It is possible to travel from London to Ipswich by bus for as little as £28.47 or as much as £42.35. The best price for this journey is £28.47.

Lowest Price £28.47
Journey Duration 4 hrs 1 min
Connection per Day 15
Lowest Price £28.47
Highest Price £42.35
First Departure 02:40
Last Departure 22:50
Distance 65.4 mi
Departure London
Arrival Ipswich
Carriers National Express

London to Ipswich Bus Times

Departure date
Friday, 16 May 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Ipswich

The cheapest London - Ipswich bus tickets can be found for as low as £8.86 if you’re lucky, or £22.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £38.63.

Find the best day to travel to Ipswich by bus

When travelling to Ipswich by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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London to Ipswich CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.37kg
Bus
7.89kg
Flight
21.05kg
Car
16.84kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Ipswich?
A bus ticket from London to Ipswich is £36.28. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £28.47.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Ipswich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Ipswich is £28.47. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Ipswich by bus?
London to Ipswich is 65.4 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Ipswich take?
London to Ipswich is on average 4 hrs 1 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 55 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Ipswich?
London to Ipswich has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Ipswich leave?
The earliest bus from London to Ipswich departs at 02:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Ipswich depart?
The latest bus from London to Ipswich departs at 22:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Ipswich in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £28.47 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Ipswich?
There are on average 7 direct connection(s) from London to go to Ipswich.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Ipswich by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Ipswich is 2 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Ipswich?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Ipswich.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Ipswich by bus?
The bus journey from London to Ipswich creates 7.89kg of CO2 emissions.

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