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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
64 km
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 €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 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.
NX71711:30 AM1h35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:05 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€251One-way0 transfers- NX7176:10 AM1h15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:25 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€251One-way0 transfers
- NX7179:00 AM1h40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station10:40 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€251One-way0 transfers
- NX71710:00 PM1h25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:25 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€281One-way0 transfers
- NX7171:00 AM1h20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:20 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€291One-way0 transfers
- NX7176:10 AM1h15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:25 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€251One-way0 transfers
- NX7171:00 AM1h20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:20 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€291One-way0 transfers
- NX71710:00 PM1h25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:25 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€281One-way0 transfers
- NX7177:00 PM1h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station8:30 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€311One-way0 transfers
- NX71711:30 AM1h35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:05 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 64 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Ipswich take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 46m.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Ipswich bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ipswich buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX717 | 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h20 | 2:20 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 6:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h15 | 7:25 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:40 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h35 | 1:05 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 2:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 3:45 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 4:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 5:45 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX717 | 10:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h25 | 11:25 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 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 64 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
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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
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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Ipswich
Most London Stansted Airport to Ipswich buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Ipswich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) bus station facilities and services
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants available near Cardinal Park Cinema.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema). ATMs are available at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema): Bus stop accessible for wheelchairs.
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