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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Ipswich will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Ipswich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:157h35Bournemouth1:50Ipswich£621One-way0 changes
- 18:157h35Bournemouth1:50Ipswich£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 258 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£51 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Bournemouth to Ipswich coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Ipswich
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Buses from Bournemouth to Ipswich run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 20:30 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Ipswich with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Ipswich by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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