The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Lowestoft
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
8 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 19 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Lowestoft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Lowestoft will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ipswich for Lowestoft 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 62 km distance in an average of 8 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 19 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 19 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.
5:308h19Ipswich13:49Lowestoft£571One-way0 changes
5:308h19Ipswich13:49Lowestoft£571One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ipswich to Lowestoft
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Lowestoft among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 62 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Lowestoft bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Lowestoft coaches for today, Thursday 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:10 Ipswich | 10h25 | 8:35 Railway Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ipswich to Lowestoft by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Lowestoft
Buses from Ipswich to Lowestoft run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 17m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 22:20 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Ipswich to Lowestoft coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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