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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ipswich to Cardiff

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ipswich to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
$35
tomorrow
$35
Sunday
$49
Monday
$35
Tuesday
Wednesday
$35
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 4:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 1:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 8h 50m 6:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:55 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 9h 5m 11:15 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 8:20 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 9h 10m 1:30 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 10:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $60
National Express 8h 45m 8:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 4:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $80
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cardiff via London, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 35m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      8:50 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      10:30 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      1:40 AM
      Cardiff
      Gabalfa Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 50m 6:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:55 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 8h 50m 11:15 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 8:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 9h 0m 2:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $60
National Express 9h 10m 1:30 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 10:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $62
National Express 8h 45m 4:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $64
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cardiff via London, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 35m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      8:50 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      10:30 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      1:40 AM
      Cardiff
      Gabalfa Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 50m 11:15 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 8:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $49
National Express 8h 50m 6:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:55 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $49
National Express 9h 0m 2:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $72
National Express 9h 10m 1:30 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 10:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $72
National Express 8h 45m 4:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $76
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cardiff via London, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 35m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      8:50 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      10:30 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      1:40 AM
      Cardiff
      Gabalfa Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 4:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 1:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 8h 50m 6:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:55 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 9h 5m 11:15 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 8:20 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 9h 10m 5:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 9h 0m 2:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cardiff via London, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 40m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      8:50 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      10:30 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      1:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 50m 4:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 12:55 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 9h 10m 6:05 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 9h 0m 5:00 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 2:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 9h 10m 11:15 AM Ipswich Cardinal Park 8:25 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 9h 10m 1:30 PM Ipswich Cardinal Park 10:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ipswich to Cardiff via London, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 40m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Ipswich
      Cardinal Park
      8:50 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      10:30 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      1:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $5

Frequency of bus connections between Ipswich and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Ipswich and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Ipswich to Cardiff. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Ipswich and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Ipswich to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Ipswich and Cardiff, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $34, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Ipswich to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 6 times every day by bus from Ipswich to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ipswich to Cardiff starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus $34
Fastest Bus 7h 25m
Earliest Bus 8:00 AM
Latest Bus 6:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 189.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Ipswich to Cardiff

Every day, 6 buses from 1 bus companies leave Ipswich for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$35
Saturday 07/25
Sunday 07/26
$49
Monday 07/27
$35
Tuesday 07/28
Wednesday 07/29
$35
Thursday 07/30
$35
Friday 07/31
$35
Saturday 08/01
$35
Sunday 08/02
$49
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
Friday 08/07
$35
Saturday 08/08
$36
Sunday 08/09
$35
Monday 08/10
$35
Tuesday 08/11
$35
Wednesday 08/12
$35
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Ipswich to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ipswich to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $35, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ipswich to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $35.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ipswich to Cardiff, with $35. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $38.

How to save money travelling from Ipswich to Cardiff

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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff, 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 Cardiff are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Ipswich and Cardiff

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ipswich and Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ipswich to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ipswich to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Ipswich to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ipswich to Cardiff bus

How much does a Ipswich Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 8h 55m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ipswich to Cardiff?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $87. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cardiff.

On average, how many connections are available from Ipswich to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Ipswich to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ipswich to Cardiff take?

The fastest bus from Ipswich to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 7h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $66. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ipswich to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Ipswich starts at 8:00 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 Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Ipswich for Cardiff starts at 6:05 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 Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Ipswich to Cardiff, 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 Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Ipswich and Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ipswich to Cardiff

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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