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Dover to Ipswich Bus Schedule
Bus from Dover to Ipswich: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Dover to Ipswich. Traveling by bus from Dover to Ipswich usually takes around 9 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 65 mi (104 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $49.27 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Dover to Ipswich?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to Ipswich. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 9h 27m | $49.27 |
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 bus from Dover to Ipswich
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 65 miles from Dover to Ipswich. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Dover to Ipswich, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: Town Centre
Most buses depart from the main station in Dover.
All bus stations in Dover:
Town Centre
Where does the bus arrive in Ipswich?
Main arrival station: Ipswich
All buses from Dover arrive at one main station in Ipswich.
All bus stations in Ipswich:
Ipswich
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