4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Norwich to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Ipswich will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 7 buses that leave Norwich 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 64 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
FlixBus5:501h15Norwich, Bus Station7:05Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£61One-way0 changes
NX727 · NX71710:055h30Norwich, Bus Station15:35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change- NX727 · NX71711:455h50Norwich, Bus Station17:35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
- NX727 · NX7177:155h50Norwich, Bus Station13:05Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
- NX727 · NX7173:456h55Norwich, Bus Station10:40Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
- FlixBus5:501h15Norwich, Bus Station7:05Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£61One-way0 changes
- NX727 · NX71710:055h30Norwich, Bus Station15:35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
- NX727 · NX7171:505h35Norwich, Bus Station7:25Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£551One-way1 change
- NX727 · NX71711:455h50Norwich, Bus Station17:35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
- NX727 · NX7177:155h50Norwich, Bus Station13:05Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)£401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Norwich to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. 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 train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 64 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Ipswich coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 7:15 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h50 | 13:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 10:05 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h30 | 15:35 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX717 | On time 11:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h50 | 17:35 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX717 | On time 13:55 Norwich, Bus Station | 6h35 | 20:30 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| NX727 · NX717 | 1:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h35 | 7:25 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX717 | 3:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 6h55 | 10:40 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 1h15 | 7:05 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Ipswich
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Buses from Norwich to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Norwich to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Ipswich with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Norwich to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Ipswich
Most Norwich to Ipswich buses use the Norwich, Bus Station to Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Ipswich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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