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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Ipswich will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Ipswich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 168 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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 coach and train for Leicester to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Ipswich coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:40 Leicester | 5h50 | 14:30 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:45 Leicester | 8h05 | 00:50 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:55 Leicester | 5h55 | 00:50 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Ipswich
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Buses from Leicester to Ipswich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 168 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 168 km |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Ipswich with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Ipswich 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 Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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