The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Blackpool will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Ipswich to Blackpool you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:309h20Ipswich14:50Blackpool£1011One-way3 changes
11:3010h20Ipswich21:50Blackpool£1011One-way3 changes
5:309h20Ipswich14:50Blackpool£1011One-way3 changes
11:3010h20Ipswich21:50Blackpool£1011One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ipswich to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Blackpool 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 4h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £146.
Distance: 343 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Blackpool coaches for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:50 Ipswich | 14h00 | 8:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:00 Ipswich | 14h50 | 11:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 11 April | |||||
![]() | 5:30 Ipswich | 9h20 | 14:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:30 Ipswich | 10h20 | 21:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ipswich to Blackpool by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Blackpool
Buses from Ipswich to Blackpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 343 km distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 343 km |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 2:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ipswich to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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