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Compare all timetables for the bus from Northampton to Ipswich

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

today
from £49
tomorrow
Thursday
from £49
Friday
Saturday
from £42
Sunday
from £42
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 16:10 Northampton Town Centre 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £49
National Express 7h 10m 18:40 Northampton Town Centre 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £49
National Express 6h 35m 06:15 Northampton Town Centre 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      07:30
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      09:25
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      09:40
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      12:50
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £32
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 10m 03:15 Northampton Town Centre 10:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £49
National Express 6h 35m 06:15 Northampton Town Centre 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £49
National Express 6h 15m 16:10 Northampton Town Centre 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £49
National Express 7h 10m 18:40 Northampton Town Centre 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      21:30
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      22:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      23:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      01:50
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £26
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 03:15 Northampton Town Centre 10:10 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 6h 15m 16:10 Northampton Town Centre 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 7h 25m 18:25 Northampton Town Centre 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 6h 25m 06:25 Northampton Town Centre 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
National Express 6h 25m 08:55 Northampton Town Centre 15:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 25m
      0
      17:00
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      19:10
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 11m
    • National Express
      3h 4m
      0
      19:21
      London
      Mile End
      22:25
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £22
    Travel Time is 0h 50m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 03:15 Northampton Town Centre 10:10 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 6h 25m 06:25 Northampton Town Centre 12:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 6h 25m 08:55 Northampton Town Centre 15:20 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 6h 15m 16:10 Northampton Town Centre 22:25 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £42
National Express 7h 25m 18:25 Northampton Town Centre 01:50 Ipswich Cardinal Park  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Ipswich via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      12:00
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      14:15
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 0m
      0
      14:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      17:20
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £22
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Northampton to Ipswich is £42 on 30/08/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Northampton and Ipswich

See here how frequent the connections between Northampton and Ipswich are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Northampton to Ipswich. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Northampton and Ipswich.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 coaches from Northampton to Ipswich, while Night sees the fewest connections between Northampton and Ipswich, with 3 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Northampton to Ipswich

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Northampton to Ipswich in one click! Book your bus ticket from Northampton to Ipswich starting from £42!

Cheapest Bus £42
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Latest Coach 18:25
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 141.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Northampton to Ipswich

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Northampton for Ipswich: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 26/08/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 25/08
Tuesday 26/08
£49
Wednesday 27/08
Thursday 28/08
£49
Friday 29/08
Saturday 30/08
£42
Sunday 31/08
£42
Monday 01/09
Tuesday 02/09
£42
Wednesday 03/09
Thursday 04/09
Friday 05/09
Saturday 06/09
Sunday 07/09
Monday 08/09
Tuesday 09/09
Wednesday 10/09
Thursday 11/09
Friday 12/09
Saturday 13/09
Sunday 14/09
Monday 15/09
Tuesday 16/09
Wednesday 17/09
Thursday 18/09
Friday 19/09
Saturday 20/09
Sunday 21/09

The cheapest time to travel from Northampton to Ipswich

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Northampton to Ipswich, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £42, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Northampton to Ipswich. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £49.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Northampton to Ipswich, with £42. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £42.

How to save money travelling from Northampton to Ipswich

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 Northampton 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 bus from Northampton 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 Northampton to Ipswich are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Northampton to Ipswich

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

National Express from Northampton to Ipswich

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £42
Fastest Coach 6h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Last Coach 18:25
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 24/08/2025

All bus stations and stops in Northampton and Ipswich

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Northampton to Ipswich

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

FAQs about the Northampton to Ipswich bus

How much does a Northampton - Ipswich coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Northampton - Ipswich bus trip is available from £42 and takes 6h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Northampton to Ipswich is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £42 to £50. 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 Northampton - Ipswich route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Northampton to Ipswich is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ipswich from Northampton take?

The quickest coach from Northampton to Ipswich is provided by National Express and takes 6h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £49. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Northampton to Ipswich?

The earliest bus to Ipswich departs from Northampton at 06:15. 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 Northampton to Ipswich?

The latest bus to Ipswich departs from Northampton at 18:25. 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 Northampton - Ipswich route?

Passengers looking to travel from Northampton 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 Northampton and Ipswich?

You can check all the direct connections between Northampton 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 Northampton?

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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Ipswich on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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