Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Nov
Cheapest price on 08 Nov
£12
Average ticket price on 08 Nov
£17
Fastest journey on 08 Nov
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 08 Nov
1 h 16 m
Buses on 08 Nov
15
Distance
63 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

On Sun 08 Nov, we found 15 buses from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport, including 15 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 18 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 12:42, the last at 19:50. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 13m.

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
63 km
Average bus duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
1h 13m
First bus
12:42
Last bus
19:50
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Frequently asked questions about your Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport.

Cheap coach tickets from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 12:42. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 19:50.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX71720:50 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h20
22:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
Sunday 8 November
National ExpressNX7172:00 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h25
3:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX7172:12 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h13
3:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX7175:00 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h25
6:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX7175:12 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h13
6:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX7178:15 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h30
9:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX7178:27 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h18
9:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71711:15 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h35
12:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71711:27 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h23
12:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71713:30 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h40
15:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71713:42 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h28
15:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71716:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h35
17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71716:23 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h17
17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71718:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h30
19:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX71718:17 Capel St Mary, Ipswich Road
1h18
19:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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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 National Express Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest National Express Price
£12
National Express frequency
14 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Ipswich station (IPS) and London Stansted Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ipswich station (IPS) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich station (IPS) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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