The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Stratford
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Stratford will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ipswich for Stratford 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 98 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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 train and coach for Ipswich to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 98 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Stratford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX717 · NXA9 | Delayed 07:45 02:30Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h45 | 09:50 09:50London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | Delayed 07:45 05:30Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h10 | 09:50 09:50London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 07:45 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h15 | 11:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 11:30 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h10 | 14:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 13:30 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h10 | 16:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 15:50 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h10 | 19:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 18:50 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h10 | 22:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX717 · NXA9 | On time 21:00 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h00 | 00:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Stratford
Buses from Ipswich to Stratford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:23, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 00:23 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Stratford with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ipswich to Stratford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Stratford 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 Stratford, 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 London, Stratford City Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Stratford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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