Ipswich to Great Yarmouth bus

Fri 06 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£60

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

5 h 40 m

Average duration

6 h 30 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Ipswich for Great Yarmouth 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 72 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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
20:007h20
Ipswich
03:20Great Yarmouth
£601One-way
0 changes
National Express
10:305h40
Ipswich
16:10Great Yarmouth
£611One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ipswich to Great Yarmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £46.

Distance: 72 km

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Train

£57

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 10m

Average total duration

1h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Ipswich to Great Yarmouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Great Yarmouth coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express20:00 Ipswich
7h20
03:20 Great Yarmouth0 changesdirect
Friday 6 February
national_express10:30 Ipswich
5h40
16:10 Great Yarmouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth

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Buses from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 6h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Distance
72 km
Average bus duration
1h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£46
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
03:00
Last bus
21:12
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9

FAQs: Ipswich to Great Yarmouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ipswich to Great Yarmouth is £57; 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 Ipswich to Great Yarmouth is 6h 30m to travel the 72 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 Ipswich to Great Yarmouth leaves at 3:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth leaves at 21:12.
A trip to Great Yarmouth from Ipswich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ipswich and Great Yarmouth including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
No, luggage for the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Great Yarmouth

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Great Yarmouth
The major coach station for departures in Ipswich is Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) for your trip from Ipswich to Great Yarmouth.
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