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Which bus from Canterbury to Ipswich is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Canterbury 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
£41
tomorrow
Thursday
£36
Friday
Saturday
£40
Sunday
£38
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 0m 18:50 Canterbury Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £41
National Express 9h 25m 10:20 Canterbury Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 7h 40m 14:45 Canterbury Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      14:55
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      16:15
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      16:35
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      19:45
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 2h 10m shorter, and you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 0m 18:50 Canterbury Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £36
National Express 8h 30m 04:20 Canterbury Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £43
National Express 9h 25m 10:20 Canterbury Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £43
National Express 7h 40m 14:45 Canterbury Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £43
National Express 7h 50m 07:30 Canterbury Coach Station 15:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 52m
      0
      05:38
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      07:45
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 4h 12m
    • National Express
      3h 33m
      0
      11:57
      London
      Mile End
      15:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 2h 52m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 04:20 Canterbury Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 8h 0m 17:50 Canterbury Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £40
National Express 8h 0m 14:25 Canterbury Coach Station 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £43
National Express 7h 45m 07:35 Canterbury Coach Station 15:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 8h 20m 09:00 Canterbury Coach Station 17:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 52m
      0
      05:38
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      07:45
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 4h 12m
    • National Express
      3h 33m
      0
      11:57
      London
      Mile End
      15:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 2h 7m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 04:20 Canterbury Coach Station 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £38
National Express 8h 55m 10:50 Canterbury Coach Station 19:45 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £39
National Express 8h 0m 17:50 Canterbury Coach Station 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £41
National Express 7h 45m 07:35 Canterbury Coach Station 15:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 8h 20m 09:00 Canterbury Coach Station 17:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 52m
      0
      05:38
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      07:45
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 4h 12m
    • National Express
      3h 33m
      0
      11:57
      London
      Mile End
      15:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 2h 7m longer, but you will save £16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Canterbury to Ipswich is £35 on 10/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Canterbury 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.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Canterbury to Ipswich. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Canterbury and Ipswich.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 coaches from Canterbury to Ipswich, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Ipswich, with 2 offers.

All facts for Canterbury to Ipswich bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 5 times by bus from Canterbury to Ipswich in one click. Book your Canterbury to Ipswich bus ticket starting from £35!

Cheapest Bus £35
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Coach 10:20
Latest Coach 17:50
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 86.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Canterbury to Ipswich?

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Canterbury for Ipswich. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£41
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
£36
Friday 06/02
Saturday 07/02
£40
Sunday 08/02
£38
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
£35
Wednesday 11/02
£36
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02
Monday 16/02
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
Thursday 19/02
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
Sunday 22/02
Monday 23/02
Tuesday 24/02
Wednesday 25/02
Thursday 26/02
Friday 27/02
Saturday 28/02
£38
Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Ipswich

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Ipswich, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £35, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Canterbury to Ipswich. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £38.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Ipswich, with £35. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £40.

How to save money travelling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Ipswich?

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

National Express from Canterbury to Ipswich

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £36
Fastest Coach 7h 0m
Earliest Coach 10:20
Last Coach 17:50
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026
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 Canterbury and Ipswich

Here is a map with all coach stations in Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Ipswich

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Ipswich bus

How much does a Canterbury Ipswich coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Canterbury Ipswich bus trip is available from £35 and takes 7h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £35 to £50. 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 Canterbury Ipswich route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Canterbury to Ipswich is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ipswich from Canterbury take?

The quickest coach from Canterbury to Ipswich is provided by National Express and takes 7h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Ipswich?

The earliest bus to Ipswich departs from Canterbury at 10:20. 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 Canterbury to Ipswich?

The latest bus to Ipswich departs from Canterbury at 17:50. 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 Canterbury Ipswich route?

Passengers looking to travel from Canterbury 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 Canterbury and Ipswich?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury 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 Canterbury?

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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Ipswich on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Canterbury to Ipswich?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Canterbury and Ipswich. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Canterbury to Ipswich?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Canterbury and Ipswich change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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