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Coach from London to Ipswich: Journey Information

There are 34 intercity coaches per day from London to Ipswich. Traveling by coach from London to Ipswich usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance66 mi (107 km)
Shortest duration2h 55m
Cheapest price£25.82
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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How much is a coach ticket from London to Ipswich?

Bus tickets for a trip from London to Ipswich cost £28.58 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly average prices

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If you're planning on taking a bus from London to Ipswich, you'll be happy to know that the cost stays pretty stable throughout the year. You can expect to pay around £31 for your ticket regardless of when you plan to travel.

What coach companies travel from London to Ipswich?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from London to Ipswich. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express343h 51m£32.22
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from London to Ipswich

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 66 miles from London to Ipswich. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from London to Ipswich for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all coaches from London to Ipswich, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 34 scheduled coaches that travel from London to Ipswich every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from London to Ipswich; ticket prices start at £18.20.

City Information

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in London?

Main departure station: London Whitechapel

Coaches to Ipswich leave from 15 stations in London.

All coach stations in London:

  • London Whitechapel

  • London Shoreditch

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • St John's Wood

  • London Stratford, Also for Westfield

  • London Liverpool St Station

  • London Baker St Station

  • 235 Finchley Rd

  • London Victoria

  • Elephant and Castle

  • London Paddington Rail Station

  • London New Cross Gate

  • Waterloo Rail Station

  • London Mile End

  • London Victoria Rail Station

Where does the coach arrive in Ipswich?

Main arrival station: Ipswich

All coaches from London arrive at one main station in Ipswich.

Coach stations in Ipswich:

  • Ipswich

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