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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Barnsley

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ipswich to Barnsley from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
tomorrow
£46
Wednesday
Thursday
£48
Friday
Saturday
£54
Sunday
£55

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 35m 02:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 13:05 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £46
National Express 10h 10m 18:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 05:00 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Barnsley via London, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 35m
      0
      02:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      05:10
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 3h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      08:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      13:05
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 35m 02:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 13:05 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £48
National Express 10h 10m 18:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park 05:00 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Barnsley via London, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 35m
      0
      02:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      05:10
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 3h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      08:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      13:05
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 35m 02:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 13:05 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £54
National Express 10h 0m 19:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 05:00 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £58
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Barnsley via London, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 35m
      0
      02:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      05:10
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 3h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      08:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      13:05
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 35m 02:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 13:05 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £55
National Express 10h 0m 19:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 05:00 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Barnsley via London, you can save more than £20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 35m
      0
      02:30
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      05:10
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 3h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      08:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      13:05
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £20

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Ipswich to Barnsley is £46 on 03/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Barnsley

See here how frequent the connections between Ipswich and Barnsley are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Ipswich to Barnsley. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Ipswich and Barnsley.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 coaches from Ipswich to Barnsley, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Barnsley, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Ipswich to Barnsley

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Barnsley in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Barnsley starting from £46!

Cheapest Bus £46
Fastest Bus 10h 0m
Earliest Coach 02:30
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 242.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Ipswich to Barnsley

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Ipswich for Barnsley: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£46
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
£48
Friday 06/02
Saturday 07/02
£54
Sunday 08/02
£55
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
£47
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
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Saturday 28/02
Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Barnsley

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ipswich to Barnsley, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £46, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Ipswich to Barnsley. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £55.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Barnsley, with £46. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £51.

How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Barnsley

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ipswich to Barnsley in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Ipswich to Barnsley, 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 Ipswich to Barnsley are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ipswich to Barnsley

These are the most booked bus companies between Ipswich to Barnsley from our users.

National Express from Ipswich to Barnsley

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £46
Fastest Coach 10h 0m
Earliest Coach 02:30
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 30/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Barnsley

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Ipswich and Barnsley.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Barnsley

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Ipswich to Barnsley? Or which bus companies serve the route Ipswich to Barnsley? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ipswich to Barnsley bus

How much does a Ipswich - Barnsley coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Ipswich - Barnsley bus trip is available from £46 and takes 10h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Ipswich to Barnsley is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £46 to £59. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Ipswich to Barnsley is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Barnsley from Ipswich take?

The quickest coach from Ipswich to Barnsley is provided by National Express and takes 10h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £58. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ipswich to Barnsley?

The earliest bus to Barnsley departs from Ipswich at 02:30. 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 Ipswich to Barnsley?

The latest bus to Barnsley departs from Ipswich at 19:00. 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 Ipswich - Barnsley route?

Passengers looking to travel from Ipswich to Barnsley 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 Ipswich and Barnsley?

You can check all the direct connections between Ipswich and Barnsley 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 Barnsley from Ipswich?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Ipswich Barnsley 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 Ipswich Barnsley 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 Ipswich to Barnsley on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ipswich to Barnsley?

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 2 daily trips between Ipswich and Barnsley. 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 Ipswich to Barnsley?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Ipswich and Barnsley 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 Ipswich to Barnsley

Economy
Economy

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

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