How much is the bus ticket from Ipswich to Stansted?

The cheapest coach tickets from Ipswich to Stansted start from £12. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ipswich to Stansted?

The average bus journey time from Ipswich to Stansted is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Ipswich to Stansted route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ipswich to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from Ipswich to Stansted at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ipswich to Stansted?

A bus journey from Ipswich to Stansted produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 35m	13:05	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 30m	22:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 35m	13:05	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	13:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 40m	15:10	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	13:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 40m	15:10	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	08:00	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 30m	09:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:00	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 30m	22:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	07:45	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 45m	09:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 45m	17:35	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Ipswich to Stansted on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 40m	20:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	03:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:30	Ipswich, Cardinal Park	1h 25m	06:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Ipswich to Stansted

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1h 35mAverage duration

40 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £36	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £168	Average duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ipswich and Stansted?

Stops in Ipswich

A
Tower Ramparts
Ipswich, Tower Ramparts, Crown Street, , Cricketers PH, Ipswich IP1 3JD, UK
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Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,852 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this company is highly praised. Customers appreciate the great service, polite and helpful staff, as well as friendly drivers. However, some customers have mentioned delays in their journeys which caused inconvenience.

National Express Ipswich Stansted recent customer reviews

Driver sat in stationary traffic for too long before calling office for advice re. diversions. we arrived 75 mins late at the airport & I missed my flight.

Michaela S.

7 February 2023

Staff member rude & unhelpful. Coach was absolutely filthy including the toilets. We have taken pictures.

Sharon W.

23 June 2018

On arrival the bus developed a coolant leak so our journey to the airport was delayed by an hour.

Chris A.

1 December 2017

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ipswich to Stansted

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Ipswich to Stansted?
The cheapest coach tickets from Ipswich to Stansted start from £12. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ipswich to Stansted?
The average bus journey time from Ipswich to Stansted is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Ipswich to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ipswich to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Ipswich to Stansted at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ipswich to Stansted?
A bus journey from Ipswich to Stansted produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/01

£22

15/01

£23

Today

£21

17/01

£21

18/01

No data

19/01

£11

20/01

£11

21/01

£11

The cheapest trip from Ipswich to Stansted was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ipswich to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £27 for a bus ticket from Ipswich to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-21.