Ipswich to Colchester bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Ipswich to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
National Express
07:45AM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
08:25AMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
National Express
01:30PM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
02:10PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
National Express
09:00PM0h35
Ipswich, Quadling Street
09:35PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
National Express
05:30AM0h35
Ipswich, Quadling Street
06:05AMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
National Express
11:30AM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
12:10PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers

Ipswich to Colchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX717
05:30AM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h35 06:05AM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
07:45AM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h40 08:25AM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
11:30AM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h40 12:10PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
01:30PM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h40 02:10PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
03:50PM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h40 04:30PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
06:50PM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h40 07:30PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX717
09:00PM Ipswich, Quadling Street0h35 09:35PM Colchester0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Ipswich to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

35 m

Average

38 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

26 km

Of the 7 buses that leave Ipswich for Colchester every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
National Express
09:00PM0h35
Ipswich, Quadling Street
09:35PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
National Express
05:30AM0h35
Ipswich, Quadling Street
06:05AMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
07:45AM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
08:25AMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
01:30PM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
02:10PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
11:30AM0h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street
12:10PMColchester
$141One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Colchester

Buses from Ipswich to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)
Distance
15 miles (25 km)
Average bus duration
39m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€10)
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Bus providers
1
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
00:04
Last bus
23:31
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)

Bus companies: National Express and Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Colchester

For as little as $13 (€12) you can travel by bus between Ipswich and Colchester with National Express and Abellio Greater Anglia. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

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 - Colchester 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.

Bus information from Ipswich to Colchester with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $14
  • National Express frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Ipswich to Colchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Ipswich to Colchester 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 Colchester.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Ipswich to Colchester can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Ipswich to Colchester is $14 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to Colchester from Ipswich is on average 35 min   for the 16 mile (25 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Colchester from Ipswich by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Ipswich to Colchester leaves at 12: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Ipswich to Colchester leaves at 11: 31 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Ipswich to Colchester without having to change trains with National Express. There are 7 direct buses from Ipswich to Colchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a bus from Ipswich to Colchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Colchester. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Colchester from Ipswich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema), which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Colchester, East Hill / High Street, located 0.5 miles (821 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Colchester from Ipswich is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Ipswich to Colchester is January.
You have options as you can travel from Ipswich to Colchester 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular bus stations from Ipswich to Colchester

Ipswich
Colchester
The major bus station for departures in Ipswich is Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) for your trip from Ipswich to Colchester.
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
The major bus station for arrivals in Colchester is Colchester, East Hill / High Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester, East Hill / High Street for your trip to Colchester from Ipswich.
Colchester, East Hill / High Street

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