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National Express
21:003h50
London
00:50Ipswich
£431One-way
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Buses to Ipswich: Overview

One of England's oldest towns Ipswich is located on the River Orwell in the county of Suffolk. National Express offer a number of direct bus links to Ipswich from locations such as Liverpool, London and Manchester as well as Stansted and Heathrow Airports. The National Express service operates from the Old Cattle Market bus station which is centrally located and recently underwent a major refurbishment.

Bus services around town are mostly provided by Ipswich Buses, a company wholly owned by the Ipswich Borough Council. Ipswich Buses operate from the Tower Ramparts bus station. The town operates a Park and Ride service with a free circular shuttle route around the city centre. Ipswich is one of England's largest urban areas with an estimated population of 180,000 and the wider region has an extensive network of buses operated by First Eastern Counties and other providers.

 


Main Companies and Routes for Buses to Ipswich

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Buses to Ipswich: Bus Operating Companies & Ticket Information


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Which bus companies run buses to Ipswich? National Express

When are the first and last buses into Ipswich? Buses to Ipswich run through the night. Many services will make a change at Stansted en route, from there buses run to Ipswich every 2h10m.

Where can you get direct buses to Ipswich from?There are numerous direct buses from major cities including London, Birmingham and Cambridge.


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How far in advance to book buses to Ipswich? The cheapest tickets for buses to Ipswich are still available about 5 weeks before your journey.

How much are bus tickets to Ipswich? The very cheapest fares sell out early, but bus tickets to Ipswich for under £20 are not unheard of with less than a week until departure.


Buses to Ipswich: Station Information and Travel to the city centre


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What are the main bus stations in Ipswich? National Express coaches to Ipswich stop at Ipswich railway station and terminate at Ipswich Cardinal Park Cinema. Both stops are in the city centre.

Ipswich

The Sutton Hoo Archaeological site is the jewel in the crown of the Ipswich region's many attractions. Set on a 255 hectare estate the site has artefacts dating from the Neolithic through to the Bronze Age and Roman occupation. The site is most famous for its Anglo-Saxon ship-burial that is thought to be the resting place of the 7th century King Rædwald. Sutton Hoo is located near the small village of Woodbridge, a short bus ride from Ipswich.

The town of Ipswich has many architectural treasures including the 15th Century Ancient House and Christchurch Mansion and the more modern Willis Building one of the youngest listed buildings in Britain. It is a prominent cultural centre with an annual Arts Festival taking place in summer. The festival programme includes visual and performing arts and a free music day held in Christchurch park.

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National Express

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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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
7 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.

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