The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stowmarket to Ipswich
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stowmarket to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 17 buses that leave Stowmarket for Ipswich every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 41 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.
6:330h42Barnards7:15IpswichFind prices0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stowmarket to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stowmarket to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 18 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stowmarket to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stowmarket to Ipswich coaches for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:58 Barnards | 0h49 | 15:47 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:38 Barnards | 0h47 | 16:25 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:46 Barnards | 0h48 | 17:34 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Barnards | 0h47 | 18:17 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Barnards | 0h41 | 18:41 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:33 Barnards | 0h42 | 7:15 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 Barnards | 0h50 | 7:54 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:39 Barnards | 0h50 | 8:29 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:55 Barnards | 0h40 | 9:35 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:38 Barnards | 0h41 | 10:19 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Barnards | 0h41 | 10:59 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:58 Barnards | 0h41 | 11:39 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:38 Barnards | 0h41 | 12:19 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:18 Barnards | 0h41 | 12:59 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:58 Barnards | 0h41 | 13:39 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:38 Barnards | 0h41 | 14:19 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Barnards | 0h41 | 14:59 Ipswich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stowmarket to Ipswich
Buses from Stowmarket to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 45m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Bus providers: First in Norfolk & Suffolk from Stowmarket to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Stowmarket to Ipswich with First in Norfolk & Suffolk for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stowmarket to Ipswich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stowmarket 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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