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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Birmingham

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

today
£41
tomorrow
£23
Wednesday
£22
Thursday
£22
Friday
£24
Saturday
£23
Sunday
£21

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 25m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £41
National Express 7h 10m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £42
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £43
National Express 8h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £43
National Express 5h 40m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Birmingham via Cambridge, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 50m
      0
      11:15
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      15:30
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      2h 40m
      0
      16:25
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      19:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 40m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 10h 25m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £38

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £33
National Express 8h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 40m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:35 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:55 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 10m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 25m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 8h 10m 02:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 10:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Birmingham via London Stansted Airport, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 30m
      0
      16:05
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      17:40
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • National Express
      4h 5m
      0
      19:30
      London Stansted Airport
      Stansted Coach Station
      23:35
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 16:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 23:35 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 5h 25m 11:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 01:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 8h 10m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 21:40 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 7h 10m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £39

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Ipswich to Birmingham is £21 on 09/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Ipswich and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Ipswich to Birmingham. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Ipswich and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 21 coaches from Ipswich to Birmingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Birmingham, with 13 offers.

Facts about coaches from Ipswich to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 9 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Birmingham starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:00
Latest Coach 20:50
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 212.4 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Ipswich to Birmingham

Every day, 9 buses from 1 coach companies leave Ipswich for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£41
Tuesday 04/08
£23
Wednesday 05/08
£36
Thursday 06/08
£37
Friday 07/08
£24
Saturday 08/08
£23
Sunday 09/08
£21
Monday 10/08
£42
Tuesday 11/08
£21
Wednesday 12/08
£21
Thursday 13/08
£42
Friday 14/08
£21
Saturday 15/08
£41
Sunday 16/08
£21
Monday 17/08
£22
Tuesday 18/08
£21
Wednesday 19/08
£40
Thursday 20/08
£51
Friday 21/08
£40
Saturday 22/08
£39
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£53
Tuesday 25/08
£21
Wednesday 26/08
£21
Thursday 27/08
£45
Friday 28/08
£45
Saturday 29/08
£21
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ipswich to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Ipswich to Birmingham. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Birmingham, with £21. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Birmingham

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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham, 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 Birmingham are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ipswich to Birmingham

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

National Express from Ipswich to Birmingham

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £21
Fastest Coach 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:00
Last Coach 20:50
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 15/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Birmingham

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Birmingham

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

FAQs about the Ipswich to Birmingham bus

How much does a Ipswich - Birmingham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Ipswich - Birmingham bus trip is available from £21 and takes 7h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Ipswich to Birmingham is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £21 to £57. 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 - Birmingham route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Ipswich to Birmingham is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Birmingham from Ipswich take?

The quickest coach from Ipswich to Birmingham is provided by National Express and takes 5h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ipswich to Birmingham?

The earliest bus to Birmingham departs from Ipswich at 05:00. 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 Birmingham?

The latest bus to Birmingham departs from Ipswich at 20:50. 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 Ipswich - Birmingham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Ipswich to Birmingham 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 Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Ipswich and Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham on your planned travel date.

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

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 9 daily trips between Ipswich and Birmingham. 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 Birmingham?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Ipswich and Birmingham 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 Birmingham

Economy
Economy

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

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