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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Colchester
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Colchester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ipswich for Colchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ipswich to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 26 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Colchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Colchester coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:50 Ipswich | 0h40 | 15:30 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Colchester
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Buses from Ipswich to Colchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:12, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 26 km distance in 35m.
Distance 26 km |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 01:12 |
Last bus 23:51 |
Bus providers: National Express, Ipswich Buses from Ipswich to ColchesterYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Colchester with National Express, Ipswich Buses for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Ipswich Buses
Buses from Ipswich to Colchester
The bus journey between Ipswich and Colchester is provided by National Express. This coach company runs this service 14 times per day, taking 30 to 45 minutes to complete the journey. Buses depart around the clock, although frequency drops between 9:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. At other times, there is at least one bus departing every two hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Ipswich to Colchester?
Departure Station: Buses from Ipswich to Colchester depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The station is situated between the city centre and the docks, being 10 minutes away from the waterfront and approximately the same distance from the shops and banks at Westgate Street. Buses 6, 12, 13, and 15A travel between the corner of the station and Dogs Head Street and the core city area.
Arrival Station: Buses from Ipswich to Colchester arrive at Colchester Bus Station, located 300 metres to the south of Colchester High Street and a 5-minute walk from the main train station. Colchester castle is slightly further away (600 metres north), but it is still within walking distance of the station. To reach the city centre by bus, visitors can take lines 67 and 87 from Osborne Street, right around the corner from the station.
FAQs: Ipswich to Colchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Colchester 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 Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema), which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Colchester, East Hill / High Street, located 0.5 miles (821 m) away from the city centre.
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