🚌 Bus from Ipswich to Shotley
2 direct routes · about 50 min · first bus 16:25, last bus 16:25 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | Ipswich Buses | ~50 min | 1 | 16:25 | 16:25 | Suffolk One (inside) |
| 98 | Ipswich Buses | ~40 min | 1 | 15:05 | 15:05 | Old Cattle Market Bus Station (Stand K) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Shotley?
2 routes run directly from Ipswich to Shotley: the 97 (Ipswich Buses), the 98 (Ipswich Buses).
How long does the bus take from Ipswich to Shotley?
Around 50 minutes on the 97, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ipswich to Shotley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 97) leaves around 16:25 and the last around 16:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ipswich to Shotley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.