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Cheap bus tickets from Ipswich to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

$60

Average

$64

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ipswich to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

07:45AM7h50

Ipswich, Quadling Street

03:35PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$601One-way

2 transfers

2nd Cheapest

01:30PM8h00

Ipswich, Quadling Street

09:30PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$621One-way

2 transfers

02:30AM8h05

Ipswich, Quadling Street

10:35AMBirmingham, Coach Station

$651One-way

2 transfers

03:50PM7h45

Ipswich, Quadling Street

11:35PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$681One-way

1 transfer

09:00PM8h05

Ipswich, Quadling Street

05:05AMBirmingham, Coach Station

$681One-way

1 transfer

Ipswich to Birmingham bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX717	02:30AM Ipswich, Quadling Street	8h05	10:35AM Birmingham, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	05:30AM Ipswich, Quadling Street	8h00	01:30PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express NX717	07:45AM Ipswich, Quadling Street	7h50	03:35PM Birmingham, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	11:30AM Ipswich, Quadling Street	8h30	08:00PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express NX717	01:30PM Ipswich, Quadling Street	8h00	09:30PM Birmingham, Coach Station	2 transfers
National Express NX717	03:50PM Ipswich, Quadling Street	7h45	11:35PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express NX717	06:50PM Ipswich, Quadling Street	6h30	01:20AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express NX717	09:00PM Ipswich, Quadling Street	8h05	05:05AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
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Bus times from Ipswich to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

6 h 30 m

Average

7 h 50 m

Buses per day

Distance

213 km

It's difficult to get from Ipswich to Birmingham without transferring at least once.

Fastest

06:50PM6h30

Ipswich, Quadling Street

01:20AMBirmingham, Coach Station

$681One-way

1 transfer

2nd Fastest

03:50PM7h45

Ipswich, Quadling Street

11:35PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$681One-way

1 transfer

07:45AM7h50

Ipswich, Quadling Street

03:35PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$601One-way

2 transfers

01:30PM8h00

Ipswich, Quadling Street

09:30PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$621One-way

2 transfers

05:30AM8h00

Ipswich, Quadling Street

01:30PMBirmingham, Coach Station

$681One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Birmingham

Buses from Ipswich to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€21) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

132 miles (213 km)

Average bus duration

7h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$23 (€21)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

7h 10m

First bus

02:15

Last bus

23:45

Price information

Bus companies: National Express from Ipswich to Birmingham

National Express buses will get you from Ipswich to Birmingham from $22 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Ipswich - Birmingham bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Ipswich to Birmingham bus information with National Express:

Average Duration: 7 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $22
National Express frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Ipswich to Birmingham

FAQs: Take the bus from Ipswich to Birmingham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Ipswich to Birmingham.

Cheap bus tickets from Ipswich to Birmingham can start from as little as $23 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Ipswich to Birmingham is $51 (€45); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time from Ipswich to Birmingham is on average 7 h 10 min for the 132 mile (213 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Ipswich and Birmingham by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Ipswich to Birmingham leaves at 2: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Ipswich to Birmingham leaves at 11: 45 PM.

There are 5 buses a day from Ipswich to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Ipswich to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service from Ipswich to Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

The cheapest month for a bus from Ipswich to Birmingham is June.

You have options as you can travel from Ipswich to Birmingham 2 different ways: train or bus.