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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
5
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 buses that leave Norwich for Ipswich every day 5 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 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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 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 £4. 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 £4, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 64 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m 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, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX728 · NX717 | On time 14:10 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h35 | 19:45 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX717 | On time 16:10 Norwich, Bus Station | 6h15 | 22:25 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 07:15 Norwich | 5h35 | 12:50 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 Norwich | 1h30 | 10:30 Ipswich | 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 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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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