London Stansted Airport to Ipswich bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€24

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 28 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Ipswich on Wed, Feb 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.

National ExpressNX717
05:00AM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:30AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€231One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
06:15PM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
07:45PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€231One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
12:30AM1h20
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
01:50AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€231One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
09:00PM1h25
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
10:25PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€231One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
08:45AM1h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
10:25AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€231One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €14.

Distance: 64 km

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Train

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€40

Average price

2h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Ipswich bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:27 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX717
Delayed
3:55 AM 12:30 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h20
2:30 AM 2:30 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
5:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h30
6:30 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
8:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h40
10:25 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
11:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h35
12:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
1:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h35
3:20 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
3:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h35
5:20 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
6:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h30
7:45 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
9:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1h25
10:25 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)		0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 64 km distance in 1h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
64 km
Average bus duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
21:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to IpswichYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Ipswich with National Express for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€12
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ipswich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is 1h 20m to travel the 64 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich leaves at 9:00 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Ipswich. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Ipswich from London Stansted Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Ipswich including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich with the following coach company: National Express.

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Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich

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