4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Stratford
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Ipswich to Stratford you need to make at least one change.
NX717 · NXA920:502h40Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)23:30London, Stratford City Bus Station£331One-way1 change- NX717 · NXA916:053h05Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)19:10London, Stratford City Bus Station£351One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA918:052h45Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)20:50London, Stratford City Bus Station£401One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA913:303h00Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)16:30London, Stratford City Bus Station£401One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA95:002h50Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)7:50London, Stratford City Bus Station£421One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA920:502h40Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)23:30London, Stratford City Bus Station£331One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA918:052h45Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)20:50London, Stratford City Bus Station£401One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA92:002h50Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)4:50London, Stratford City Bus Station£481One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA95:002h50Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)7:50London, Stratford City Bus Station£421One-way1 change
- NX717 · NXA98:152h55Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)11:10London, Stratford City Bus Station£441One-way1 change
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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 98 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Stratford coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX717 · NXA9 | 16:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h05 | 19:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 18:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h45 | 20:50 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 20:50 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h40 | 23:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| NX717 · NXA9 | 2:00 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h50 | 4:50 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 5:00 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h50 | 7:50 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 8:15 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h55 | 11:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 11:15 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 2h55 | 14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX717 · NXA9 | 13:30 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 3h00 | 16:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Stratford
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Buses from Ipswich to Stratford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:23, the last at 23:44. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:23 |
Last bus 23:44 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Stratford 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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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Stratford
Most Ipswich to Stratford buses use the Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) to London, Stratford City Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Stratford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Stratford station do buses from Ipswich arrive at?
Getting to London, Stratford City Bus Station from Stratford city centre
London, Stratford City Bus Station bus station facilities and services
London, Stratford City Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Five Guys (in the station), Wahaca (0.2 km), The Real Greek (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside Westfield Stratford City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Stratford City Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Stratford City Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Stratford City Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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