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London to Ipswich by bus

The journey from London to Ipswich by bus is 105.24 km and takes 3 hrs 50 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:40 am and the last at 10:55 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Ipswich by bus for as little as RM 93.40 or as much as RM 288.10. The best price for this journey is RM 93.40.

Lowest Price RM 93.40
Journey Duration 3 hrs 50 mins
Connection per Day 8
Lowest Price RM 93.40
Highest Price RM 288.10
First Departure 2:40 am
Last Departure 10:55 pm
Distance 105.24 km
Departure London
Arrival Ipswich
Carriers National Express, Greater Anglia

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Ipswich

The cheapest London - Ipswich bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 48.19 if you’re lucky, or RM 123.18 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 210.15.

Find the best day to travel to Ipswich by bus

When travelling to Ipswich by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express and Greater Anglia from London to Ipswich
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London to Ipswich CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.37kg
Bus
7.89kg
Flight
21.05kg
Car
16.84kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Ipswich?
A bus ticket from London to Ipswich is RM 200.73. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 93.40.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Ipswich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Ipswich is RM 93.40. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Ipswich by bus?
London to Ipswich is 105.24 km.
How long does the bus between London and Ipswich take?
London to Ipswich is on average 3 hrs 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 2 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Ipswich?
The bus journey from London to Ipswich is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and Greater Anglia.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Ipswich?
London to Ipswich has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Ipswich leave?
The earliest bus from London to Ipswich departs at 2:40 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Ipswich depart?
The latest bus from London to Ipswich departs at 10:55 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Ipswich in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 93.40 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Ipswich by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Ipswich is 2 hrs 2 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Ipswich?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Ipswich.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Ipswich by bus?
The bus journey from London to Ipswich creates 7.89kg of CO2 emissions.

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