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

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct

Cheapest price on 14 Oct

£13

Average ticket price on 14 Oct

£20

Fastest journey on 14 Oct

1 h 25 m

Average journey duration on 14 Oct

1 h 30 m

Buses on 14 Oct

2

Distance

63 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

On Wed 14 Oct, we found 2 buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS), including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.

  • National Express
    21:001h25
    London Stansted Airport
    22:25Ipswich station (IPS)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    15:451h35
    London Stansted Airport
    17:20Ipswich station (IPS)
    £281One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

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

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 0m.

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 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
10:30
Last bus
21:00
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
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

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) coaches for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express21:00 London Stansted Airport
1h25
22:25 Ipswich station (IPS)0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS).
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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

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 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£11
National Express frequency
15 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.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) is 1h 0m to travel the 63 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) leaves at 10:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) leaves at 21:00.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Ipswich station (IPS). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich station (IPS) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich station (IPS) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS):
  • 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 London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich station (IPS) with the following coach company: National Express.

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