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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 coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 258 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m 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?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bournemouth to Ipswich.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Ipswich.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Ipswich
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Buses from Bournemouth to Ipswich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 21:11. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 21:11 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £22. 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Ipswich
Most Bournemouth to Ipswich buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Ipswich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre
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