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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Ipswich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham 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 185 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.
17:308h20Nottingham1:50Ipswich£361One-way0 changes- 16:308h20Nottingham0:50Ipswich£481One-way0 changes
- 17:308h20Nottingham1:50Ipswich£361One-way0 changes
- 16:308h20Nottingham0:50Ipswich£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. 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 train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £36.
Distance: 185 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Nottingham to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Ipswich coaches for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:30 Nottingham | 7h55 | 22:25 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Nottingham | 8h20 | 1:50 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 Nottingham | 7h35 | 1:20 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Ipswich.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Ipswich.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Ipswich
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Buses from Nottingham to Ipswich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 185 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 185 km |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Nottingham to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Ipswich with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Ipswich
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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