Bus from London to Ipswich: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Ipswich on 14 February
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 £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
67 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£19 - £34Average duration3h 15m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£13 - £123Average duration1h 7m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£9 - £9Average 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 £19. 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. Which bus companies service the London to Ipswich route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day.

  3. 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.

  4. 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
12/02
No data
13/02
£17
Today
£17
15/02
£29
16/02
No data
17/02
£17
18/02
£17
19/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Ipswich was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of £17

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 £17 to £42 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 £17, which is on 2026-02-18.

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