Ipswich to Liverpool bus with National Express

Sat 29 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£64

Average price

£64

Fastest journey

11 h 45 m

Average duration

11 h 45 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

316 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ipswich to Liverpool will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Ipswich for Liverpool 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 316 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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
01:3011h45
Ipswich
13:15Liverpool
£641One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Ipswich to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 316 km

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Train

£53

Average Price

Cheapest

£95

Average Price

10h 10m

Average total duration

9h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Ipswich to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Liverpool coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:00 Ipswich
11h35
07:35 Liverpool0 changesdirect
Sunday 30 November
national_express01:30 Ipswich
11h45
13:15 Liverpool0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Liverpool

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Buses from Ipswich to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 316 km distance in 11h 35m.

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
316 km
Average bus duration
9h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
11h 35m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
23:40
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 Ipswich to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Liverpool with National Express for as low as £34. 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
11h 20m
Cheapest Price
£34
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: Ipswich to Liverpool coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ipswich to Liverpool can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ipswich to Liverpool is £62; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ipswich to Liverpool coach time is 11 h 25 min   covering the 196 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Ipswich to Liverpool leaves at 02: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Ipswich to Liverpool leaves at 21: 00.
There are 6 coaches a day from Ipswich to Liverpool which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Ipswich to Liverpool you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Ipswich to Liverpool on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ipswich to Liverpool is February.
You have options as you can travel from Ipswich to Liverpool 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.
    No, luggage for the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Ipswich to Liverpool.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Liverpool

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    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 Liverpool.
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