Bus from London to Ipswich: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Ipswich on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Waterloo
    Ipswich, Cardinal ParkNo tags
    National ExpressBus
      Waterloo
      Ipswich, Cardinal ParkNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        Waterloo
        Ipswich, Cardinal ParkNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          Waterloo
          Ipswich, Cardinal ParkNo tags
          National ExpressBus
            Waterloo
            Ipswich, Cardinal ParkNo tags

            Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Ipswich

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ipswich. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            3carpool per day
            1h 50mAverage duration
            107 kmDistance
            4kgCO₂ emissions
            Average price€21 - €47Average duration3h 15m
            2kg CO₂e
            Average price€8 - €139Average duration1h 7m
            2kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average price€10 - €10Average duration1h 50m
            4kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Ipswich

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

            1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Ipswich?

              The cheapest coach tickets from London to Ipswich start from €21. The average price for this route is around €28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from London to Ipswich?

              The average bus journey time from London to Ipswich is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 98 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 20m and is operated by National Express.

            3. Which bus companies service the London to Ipswich route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Ipswich?

              The earliest bus departs from London to Ipswich at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Ipswich?

              A bus journey from London to Ipswich 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
            21/01
            No data
            22/01
            €20
            Today
            €20
            24/01
            €20
            25/01
            No data
            26/01
            €20
            27/01
            No data
            28/01
            €19
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Ipswich was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €19

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

            You can expect to pay from €19 to €49 for a bus ticket from London to Ipswich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €19, which is on 2026-01-28.

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