The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle 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 Carlisle 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 416 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
23:3510h35Carlisle10:10Ipswich£621One-way0 changes
23:3510h35Carlisle10:10Ipswich£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Carlisle to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a flight costs an average of £226.
Distance: 416 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price | £226 Average Price |
12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Ipswich
Buses from Carlisle to Ipswich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 416 km distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 416 km |
Average bus duration 11h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Carlisle to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Ipswich with National Express for as low as £62. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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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