🚌 Bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich
2 direct routes · about 110 min · first bus 21:20, last bus 21:20 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK007 | FlixBus | ~110 min | 1 | 21:20 | 21:20 | Coach Stop (NE-bound) |
| N08 | National Express | ~90 min | 1 | 00:45 | 00:45 | Station (Stand VA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich?
2 routes run directly from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich: the UK007 (FlixBus), the N08 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich?
Around 110 minutes on the UK007, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the UK007) leaves around 21:20 and the last around 21:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Ipswich?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.