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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with Pre-Raphaelite art, local history, and changing exhibitions in a landmark civic building.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
213 km
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.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Birmingham will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
It's difficult to get from Ipswich to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
NX717 · NX777
NX717 · NX777
NX717 · NX777
NX717 · NX737 · NX590
NX717 · NXA8 · NX421
NX717 · NX777
NX717 · NX737 · NX590
NX717 · NX777
NX717 · NX727 · NX210
NX717 · NX777Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Birmingham:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ipswich to Birmingham costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 43m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Birmingham buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX717 · NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 10:15 AM 2:00 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h15 | 10:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX737 · NX590 | Delayed 10:15 AM 5:00 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h10 | 12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 10:15 AM 8:00 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h20 | 3:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 11:15 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 5h40 | 4:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 1:30 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 4:05 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h30 | 11:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 6:05 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h15 | 1:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NXA8 · NX421 | On time 8:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NXA8 · NX421 | On time 8:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
NX717 · NX727 · NX210 | On time 2:00 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h15 | 10:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX737 · NX590 | On time 5:00 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h10 | 12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX727 · NX210 | On time 8:00 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h20 | 3:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 11:15 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 5h40 | 4:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 1:30 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 4:05 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h30 | 11:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NX777 | On time 6:05 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 7h15 | 1:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX717 · NXA8 · NX421 | On time 8:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX717 · NXA8 · NX421 | On time 8:50 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 8h10 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Ipswich to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major city museum with Pre-Raphaelite art, local history, and changing exhibitions in a landmark civic building.
Interactive science museum with hands-on galleries, a historic collection, and family-friendly exhibits at Millennium Point.
Leading contemporary art gallery in Brindleyplace, known for ambitious exhibitions by international and British artists.
Historic district of workshops, independent businesses, heritage buildings, and photogenic streets with strong local character.
Atmospheric canal junction popular for walking, photography, and experiencing Birmingham's industrial waterways heritage.
Creative neighborhood known for street art, warehouses, indie culture, and a strong social-media-friendly visual identity.
Birmingham’s signature curry, traditionally cooked and served in a thin pressed-steel bowl called a balti. The city’s Balti Triangle made this style famous across the United Kingdom.
A meat-free version of the city’s best-known dish, cooked quickly with spices, tomatoes, and mixed vegetables. It is a classic order in Birmingham curry houses.
A traditional Black Country dish closely associated with the Birmingham area, made from seasoned meatballs in rich gravy and often served with mushy peas.
A well-established fine dining restaurant in central Birmingham, known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere.
Acclaimed Indian fine dining restaurant by Aktar Islam, celebrated for refined modern dishes inspired by Indian flavors in a stylish setting.
Popular casual burger venue in Digbeth, known for high-quality patties, bold flavors, and a lively, urban atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping is not expected for pubs or takeaway.
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