Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Colchester
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ipswich to Colchester from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 7:45 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 8:25 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:45:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 11:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 3:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 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 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 11:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 4:00 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:35 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:00:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 7:00 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 7:35 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:00:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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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 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 3:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 6:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 7:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 6:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 9:00 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 9:35 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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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 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 3:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 3:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 6:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 7:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 6:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 35m | 9:00 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 9:35 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 9:00:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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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 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 11:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 3:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 6:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 7:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 6:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:30:00 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 35m | 5:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 6:05 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 5:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 7:45 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 8:25 AM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 7:45:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 11:30 AM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 12:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:30:00 AM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 1:30 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 2:10 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 1:30:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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| National Express | 0h 40m | 3:50 PM | Ipswich | Cardinal Park | 4:30 PM | Colchester | East Hill House | Economy | $6 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Cardinal Park, Ipswich (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 3:50:00 PM to East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:30:00 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 Ipswich to Colchester is $6 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Colchester
Monday
is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Ipswich to Colchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Ipswich and Colchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Ipswich to Colchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Colchester, with 6 offers.
Facts about the bus from Ipswich to Colchester
Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Colchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Colchester starting from $6!
| Cheapest Bus | $6 |
| Fastest Bus | 0h 35m |
| Earliest Bus | 5:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 9:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 7 Ø |
| Distance | 15.9 miles |
| Bus Companies | National Express |
Cheapest bus connections from Ipswich to Colchester
Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Ipswich for Colchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 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
Friday
12/05
$12
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
$9
Sunday
12/14
$9
Monday
12/15
Tuesday
12/16
$9
Wednesday
12/17
$9
Thursday
12/18
$9
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
$17
Saturday
12/27
The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Colchester
With a price starting from $6, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ipswich to Colchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $9.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Colchester, with $6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $6.
How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Colchester
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 Ipswich to Colchester 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 Ipswich to Colchester, 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 Ipswich to Colchester are also emptier.All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Colchester
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ipswich and Colchester.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Colchester
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ipswich to Colchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Ipswich to Colchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Ipswich to Colchester bus
How much does a Ipswich Colchester 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 35m to reach Colchester. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Ipswich to Colchester?
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 Colchester.
On average, how many connections are available from Ipswich to Colchester each day?
Every day, the Ipswich to Colchester 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 Ipswich to Colchester take?
The fastest bus from Ipswich to Colchester 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 Ipswich to Colchester?
The earliest bus arriving in Colchester from Ipswich starts at 5:30 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 Ipswich to Colchester?
The latest bus trip departing from Ipswich for Colchester starts at 9:00 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 Ipswich Colchester route?
When traveling by bus from Ipswich to Colchester, 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 Ipswich and Colchester?
You can check all the direct connections between Ipswich and Colchester 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 Ipswich to Colchester 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 Ipswich Colchester 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 Ipswich Colchester 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 Ipswich to Colchester on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ipswich to Colchester
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Ipswich and to Colchester
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Ipswich and to Colchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Shuttles to Ipswich and to Colchester
