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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Ipswich to Derby. Traveling by bus from Ipswich to Derby usually takes around 9 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 126 mi (202 km) |
Shortest duration | 8h 20m |
Cheapest price | $32.78 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ipswich to Derby?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ipswich to Derby. 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 | 4 | 9h 39m | $62.26 |
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 bus takes an average of 9 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 126 miles from Ipswich to Derby. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 20 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 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ipswich to Derby, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ipswich?
Main departure station: Ipswich
Most buses depart from the main station in Ipswich.
All bus stations in Ipswich:
Ipswich
Where does the bus arrive in Derby?
Main arrival station: Derby Bus Station
All buses from Ipswich arrive at one main station in Derby.
All bus stations in Derby:
Derby Bus Station
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