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The cheapest and fastest buses from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest price

€26

Average price

€26

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 28 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave Ipswich for London Stansted Airport on Sun, Dec 07, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National ExpressNX717
01:30PM1h40
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
03:10PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
261One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
07:00PM1h30
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
08:30PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
261One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
09:00PM1h30
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
10:30PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
261One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
04:00PM1h35
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
05:35PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
261One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX717
08:00AM1h30
Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
09:30AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 39 miles (64 km)

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Train

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€40

Average price

2h 39m

Average total duration

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

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National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Ipswich to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
03:55AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
25

Live departures

Ipswich to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 11:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX717
Delayed
10:10 AM 2:30 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h25
8:45 AM 8:45 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
Delayed
10:10 AM 5:30 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h25
8:45 AM 8:45 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
Delayed
10:10 AM 8:00 AMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h30
9:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
11:30 AM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h35
1:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
1:30 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h40
3:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
4:00 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h35
5:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
7:00 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h30
8:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX717
On time
9:00 PM Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
1h30
10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 30m.

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
39 miles (64 km)
Average bus duration
2h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€11)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
07:00
Last bus
20:00
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

Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€12)
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as $29 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) is $34 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus travel time is 1 h 25 min   for the 40 mile (64 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 2: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 9: 00PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Ipswich is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) by bus is January.
You have options as you can travel between Ipswich and London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) depends on the bus company:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN):
    • National Express
      • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN):
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express.

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    Popular bus stations from Ipswich to London Stansted Airport

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