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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Bradford

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

today
£42
tomorrow
£50
Saturday
£50
Sunday
£42
Monday
£36
Tuesday
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 40m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 05:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £42
National Express 11h 20m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:20 Bradford Interchange  Economy £50
National Express 11h 25m 08:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 19:25 Bradford Interchange  Economy £62

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 17:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £50
National Express 11h 15m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £51
National Express 11h 20m 08:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 19:20 Bradford Interchange  Economy £62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Bradford via Colchester, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      14h 0m
      0
      16:05
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      16:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      06:05
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £33
    Travel time is 2h 45m 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 11h 20m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:20 Bradford Interchange  Economy £50
National Express 11h 15m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £54
National Express 10h 25m 08:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 18:40 Bradford Interchange  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Bradford via Colchester, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      14h 0m
      0
      16:05
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      16:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      06:05
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £33
    Travel time is 3h 35m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £42
National Express 10h 25m 08:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 18:40 Bradford Interchange  Economy £43
National Express 11h 20m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:20 Bradford Interchange  Economy £50
National Express 12h 0m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 06:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Bradford via Colchester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      14h 0m
      0
      16:05
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      16:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • National Express
      11h 25m
      0
      18:40
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      06:05
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £33
    Travel time is 3h 35m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 13:30 Ipswich Cardinal Park 00:45 Bradford Interchange  Economy £36
National Express 11h 20m 05:00 Ipswich Cardinal Park 16:20 Bradford Interchange  Economy £50
National Express 12h 0m 18:05 Ipswich Cardinal Park 06:05 Bradford Interchange  Economy £51
National Express 10h 25m 08:15 Ipswich Cardinal Park 18:40 Bradford Interchange  Economy £53

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Ipswich to Bradford is £31 on 12/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Bradford

See here how frequent the connections between Ipswich and Bradford are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Ipswich to Bradford. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Ipswich and Bradford.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 5 coaches from Ipswich to Bradford, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Bradford, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Ipswich to Bradford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Bradford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Bradford starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus £31
Fastest Bus 10h 25m
Earliest Coach 05:00
Latest Coach 18:05
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 274.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Ipswich to Bradford

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Ipswich for Bradford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 30/04/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/04
Tuesday 28/04
Wednesday 29/04
Thursday 30/04
£42
Friday 01/05
£50
Saturday 02/05
£50
Sunday 03/05
£42
Monday 04/05
£36
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£34
Saturday 09/05
£41
Sunday 10/05
£43
Monday 11/05
£40
Tuesday 12/05
£31
Wednesday 13/05
£31
Thursday 14/05
£40
Friday 15/05
£34
Saturday 16/05
£34
Sunday 17/05
£34
Monday 18/05
£34
Tuesday 19/05
£31
Wednesday 20/05
£31
Thursday 21/05
£40
Friday 22/05
£34
Saturday 23/05
£34
Sunday 24/05

The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Bradford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ipswich to Bradford, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £31, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Ipswich to Bradford. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £40.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Bradford, with £29. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £43.

How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Bradford

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 Bradford 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 Bradford, 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 Bradford are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Bradford

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Bradford

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

FAQs about the Ipswich to Bradford bus

How much does a Ipswich - Bradford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Ipswich - Bradford bus trip is available from £31 and takes 11h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Ipswich to Bradford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £62. 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 - Bradford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Ipswich to Bradford is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bradford from Ipswich take?

The quickest coach from Ipswich to Bradford is provided by National Express and takes 10h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £56. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ipswich to Bradford?

The earliest bus to Bradford 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 Bradford?

The latest bus to Bradford departs from Ipswich at 18:05. 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 - Bradford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Ipswich to Bradford 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 Bradford?

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

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

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 3 daily trips between Ipswich and Bradford. 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 Bradford?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Ipswich and Bradford 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 Bradford

Economy
Economy

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

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