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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Ipswich will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Northampton for Ipswich 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 141 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 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 train and coach for Northampton to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 141 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Northampton to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Ipswich coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:25 Northampton | 7h25 | 00:50 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Ipswich
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Buses from Northampton to Ipswich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £30 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 141 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Ipswich with National Express for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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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