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Which bus from Birmingham to Ipswich is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Ipswich. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£34
tomorrow
£32
Sunday
Monday
£35
Tuesday
Wednesday
£37
Thursday
£40

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 35m 18:15 Birmingham Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £34
National Express 9h 0m 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station 06:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £34
National Express 6h 55m 03:30 Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 7h 5m 05:45 Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 8h 15m 11:30 Birmingham Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 11:45 Birmingham Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £32
National Express 7h 35m 18:15 Birmingham Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £34
National Express 9h 0m 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station 06:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £34
National Express 6h 40m 03:30 Birmingham Coach Station 10:10 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £53
National Express 6h 45m 06:05 Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £55

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station 06:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £35
National Express 7h 35m 18:15 Birmingham Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £38
National Express 7h 5m 05:45 Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 6h 55m 03:30 Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 7h 25m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station 06:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £37
National Express 8h 15m 11:30 Birmingham Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 6h 55m 03:30 Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 7h 5m 05:45 Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 7h 25m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 05:45 Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 8h 15m 11:30 Birmingham Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 9h 0m 21:30 Birmingham Coach Station 06:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £41
National Express 7h 25m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 6h 55m 03:30 Birmingham Coach Station 10:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £46

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Birmingham to Ipswich is £32 on 06/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Ipswich?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Ipswich. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily coaches from Birmingham to Ipswich. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Birmingham and Ipswich.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 26 coaches from Birmingham to Ipswich, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Ipswich, with 5 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Ipswich bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 11 times by bus from Birmingham to Ipswich in one click. Book your Birmingham to Ipswich bus ticket starting from £32!

Cheapest Bus £32
Fastest Bus 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Latest Coach 21:30
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 212.4 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Ipswich?

Every day, 11 buses from 1 coach companies leave Birmingham for Ipswich. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£67
Saturday 06/12
£32
Sunday 07/12
Monday 08/12
£59
Tuesday 09/12
Wednesday 10/12
£66
Thursday 11/12
£64
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
£42
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£67
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Ipswich

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Ipswich, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £32, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Ipswich. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £40.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Ipswich, with £32. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £44.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Ipswich

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Ipswich in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Birmingham to Ipswich, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Birmingham to Ipswich are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Ipswich?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Ipswich timetable.

National Express from Birmingham to Ipswich

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Ipswich:

Cheapest Price £32
Fastest Coach 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 03:30
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Ipswich

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Ipswich. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Ipswich

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Ipswich. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Ipswich bus

How much does a Birmingham Ipswich coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Ipswich bus trip is available from £32 and takes 8h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Ipswich?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £32 to £78. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Ipswich.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Ipswich route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Ipswich is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ipswich from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Ipswich is provided by National Express and takes 6h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £53. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Ipswich?

The earliest bus to Ipswich departs from Birmingham at 03:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Ipswich?

The latest bus to Ipswich departs from Birmingham at 21:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Ipswich route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Ipswich can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Ipswich?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Ipswich by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Ipswich from Birmingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Birmingham Ipswich bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Ipswich bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Ipswich on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Ipswich

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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