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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Sheffield to Ipswich. Traveling by coach from Sheffield to Ipswich usually takes around 9 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance143 mi (230 km)
Shortest duration8h 30m
Cheapest price£20.97
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What coach companies travel from Sheffield to Ipswich?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sheffield 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 Express69h 30m£30.77
  • 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

The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 29 minutes to cover the 143 miles from Sheffield to Ipswich. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

Because many passengers travel from Sheffield to Ipswich at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Sheffield to Ipswich, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Sheffield 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.

City Information

Sheffield

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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.

Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city centre.

The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.

Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take a coach, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Sheffield?

Main departure station: Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station

Sheffield has two coach stations with service to Ipswich.

All coach stations in Sheffield:

  • Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station

  • Chesterfield Road South Bus Stop

Where does the coach arrive in Ipswich?

Main arrival station: Ipswich

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

Coach stations in Ipswich:

  • Ipswich

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