Luton to Ipswich bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Ipswich

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€47

Average price

€48

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 59 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

110 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Ipswich will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Luton to Ipswich without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX737 · NX717
09:05PM4h45
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
01:50AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€471One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX737 · NX717
06:10AM4h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
10:10AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€481One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX737 · NX717
10:45AM4h35
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
03:20PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€481One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX737 · NX717
06:55PM3h30
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
10:25PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€481One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX737 · NX717
08:35AM4h15
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
12:50PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
€481One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Ipswich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Ipswich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €31.

Distance: 110 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€42

Average price

€31

Average price

Cheapest

3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Luton to Ipswich bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Ipswich buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:45 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express5:55 PM Luton
3h30
9:25 PM Ipswich0 transfersDirect
national_express8:05 PM Luton
4h45
12:50 AM Ipswich0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
national_expressNX737 · NX7172:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h35
6:30 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)1 transfer
national_expressNX737 · NX7176:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h00
10:10 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)1 transfer
national_expressNX737 · NX7178:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h15
12:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)1 transfer
national_expressNX737 · NX71710:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h35
3:20 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Ipswich

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Buses from Luton to Ipswich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €23 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 22:49. The fastest bus covers the 110 km distance in 3h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €23
Distance
110 km
Average bus duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
3h 30m
First bus
02:25
Last bus
22:49
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €23

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to IpswichYou can travel by bus between Luton to Ipswich with National Express for as low as €23. 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
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
€32
National Express frequency
6 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.
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Ipswich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Ipswich can start from as little as €43 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Ipswich is €47; 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 Luton to Ipswich is 3 h 30 min   to travel the 109 km long trip, with around there are 7 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Ipswich leaves at 02: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Ipswich leaves at 21: 20.
There are 7 coaches a day from Luton to Ipswich which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Luton to Ipswich coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Ipswich from Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Ipswich from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Ipswich is August.
You have options as you can travel from Luton to Ipswich 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Luton to Ipswich has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Ipswich.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Ipswich.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Ipswich.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Ipswich needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Ipswich.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Ipswich.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Ipswich.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Ipswich.

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    Popular bus stations from Luton to Ipswich

    Luton
    Ipswich
    The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Ipswich.
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