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Compare train and coach for Thetford to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Thetford to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Ipswich coaches for today, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX728 · NX717 | On time 14:40 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 5h05 | 19:45 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX717 | On time 16:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 5h30 | 22:25 Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Thetford to Ipswich
Buses from Thetford to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 21:29. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 21:29 |
FAQs: Thetford to Ipswich coach
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