Exeter to Ipswich bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Ipswich

Showing times and prices for 06 Jul

Cheapest price

£49

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

9 h 5 m

Average duration

9 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

357 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter to Ipswich will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Exeter 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 357 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.

  • National Express
    16:459h05
    Exeter
    1:50Ipswich
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Ipswich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £266.

Distance: 357 km

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Flight

£61

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Cheapest

£155

Average Price

£289

Average Price

8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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3h 57m

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3h 27m

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8h 15m

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5h 15m

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Live departures

Exeter to Ipswich bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Ipswich coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express16:55 Exeter
8h55
1:50 Ipswich0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Exeter to Ipswich coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Exeter to Ipswich.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to Ipswich

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Buses from Exeter to Ipswich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 19:56. The fastest coach covers the 357 km distance in 8h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
357 km
Average bus duration
7h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£46
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
8h 55m
First bus
1:05
Last bus
19:56
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Exeter to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Ipswich with National Express for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest Price
£46
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Exeter to Ipswich coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Exeter to Ipswich can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to Ipswich is £61; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Exeter to Ipswich is 8h 55m to travel the 357 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Exeter to Ipswich leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Exeter to Ipswich leaves at 19:56.
There are 9 coaches a day from Exeter to Ipswich which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Exeter to Ipswich, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Ipswich. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Exeter and Ipswich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Ipswich from Exeter is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Exeter to Ipswich is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Exeter and Ipswich including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Exeter to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter to Ipswich for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Exeter to Ipswich depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Exeter to Ipswich.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Exeter to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Exeter to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter to Ipswich.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Exeter to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Exeter to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Ipswich

Most Exeter to Ipswich buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) to Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Ipswich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Exeter
Arrival bus stations in Ipswich
Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) from Exeter city centre

Bus173 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
A, E · 6m · £2 · every ~21 min
Exeter, Honiton RoadHoniton Road, Exeter, EX2 7NL, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter, Honiton Road from Exeter city centre

Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus9, 9A, 44, 44A, 4A, 4 · 13m · £2 · every ~29 min
9, 9A, 44, 44A, 4A, 4 · 14m · £2 · every ~29 min
Coly 8 · 18m
78 · 33m

Exeter, Honiton Road bus station facilities and services

Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.

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