Compare all timetables for the bus from Colchester to Ipswich
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colchester to Ipswich from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 9:45 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:25 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 9:45:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 2:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 2:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 4:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Ipswich via Marks Tey, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
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National ExpressSave more than 1%0h 50mColchester5 mi9:35 PMMarks TeyCentral Station10:25 PMIpswichCardinal Park0 miEconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, Marks Tey (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 9:35:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 9:45 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:25 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:45:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 45m | 2:45 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 2:45:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:50 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:50:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 9:35 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:10 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:35:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 2:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 9:45 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:25 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 2:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 9:45 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:25 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 9:45:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 2:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 2:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 4:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 5:50 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 6:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:50:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 9:45 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | 10:25 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 9:45:00 AM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 12:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:10:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 2:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 3:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 4:40 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | 5:20 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 4:40:00 PM to Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Colchester to Ipswich is $6 on 11/30/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Ipswich
Monday
is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Colchester to Ipswich. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Colchester and Ipswich.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 buses from Colchester to Ipswich, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Ipswich, with 6 offers.
Facts about the bus from Colchester to Ipswich
Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Colchester to Ipswich in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Ipswich starting from $6!
| Cheapest Bus | $6 |
| Fastest Bus | 0h 35m |
| Earliest Bus | 5:50 AM |
| Latest Bus | 9:50 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 7 Ø |
| Distance | 15.9 miles |
| Bus Companies | National Express |
Cheapest bus connections from Colchester to Ipswich
Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Colchester for Ipswich: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
11/30
Monday
12/01
Tuesday
12/02
Wednesday
12/03
Thursday
12/04
$12
Friday
12/05
$6
Saturday
12/06
$6
Sunday
12/07
Monday
12/08
$6
Tuesday
12/09
$6
Wednesday
12/10
$6
Thursday
12/11
$6
Friday
12/12
$9
Saturday
12/13
Sunday
12/14
$9
Monday
12/15
Tuesday
12/16
$9
Wednesday
12/17
$9
Thursday
12/18
Friday
12/19
$11
Saturday
12/20
$11
Sunday
12/21
Monday
12/22
$12
Tuesday
12/23
Wednesday
12/24
$12
Thursday
12/25
$19
Friday
12/26
Saturday
12/27
The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Ipswich
With a price starting from $6, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Colchester to Ipswich. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $6.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Ipswich, with $6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $6.
How to save money travelling from Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester 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 buses from Colchester to Ipswich are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Ipswich
These are the most booked bus companies between Colchester to Ipswich from our users.
National Express from Colchester to Ipswich
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Colchester to Ipswich:
| Cheapest Price | $6 |
| Fastest Bus | 0h 35m |
| Earliest Bus | 5:50 AM |
| Last Bus | 9:50 PM |
| Daily Connections | 7 Ø |
| Found on | 12/3/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Ipswich
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Colchester and Ipswich.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Ipswich
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Colchester to Ipswich? Or which bus companies serve the route Colchester to Ipswich? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Colchester to Ipswich bus
How much does a Colchester Ipswich bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 0h 40m to reach Ipswich. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Colchester to Ipswich?
This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $12. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Ipswich.
On average, how many connections are available from Colchester to Ipswich each day?
Every day, the Colchester to Ipswich bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from Colchester to Ipswich take?
The fastest bus from Colchester to Ipswich is offered by National Express and takes 0h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $12. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Colchester to Ipswich?
The earliest bus arriving in Ipswich from Colchester starts at 5:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last bus from Colchester to Ipswich?
The latest bus trip departing from Colchester for Ipswich starts at 9:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies operate the Colchester Ipswich route?
When traveling by bus from Colchester to Ipswich, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.
Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ipswich?
You can check all the direct connections between Colchester 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 Colchester to Ipswich bus route?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Colchester Ipswich bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Colchester 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 traveling 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 Colchester to Ipswich on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Colchester to Ipswich
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Colchester and to Ipswich
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Colchester and to Ipswich. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Shuttles to Colchester and to Ipswich
