The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Northampton
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
9 h 4 m
Average duration
9 h 19 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Northampton will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Northampton without transferring at least once.
NX591 · NX70710:35 AM10h15Edinburgh, Bus Station8:50 PMNorthampton, Town Centre$511One-way1 transfer
NX183 · NX70711:45 AM15h25Edinburgh, Bus Station3:10 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$601One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:05 AM13h15Edinburgh, Bus Station12:20 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$611One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:15 PM9h10Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$631One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:10 PM9h15Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:21 PM9h04Edinburgh, Drum Brae South7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:15 PM9h10Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$631One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:10 PM9h15Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:05 PM9h20Edinburgh, Bus Station7:25 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 PM9h45Edinburgh, Bus Station9:15 AMNorthampton, Town Centre$981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 272 miles (438 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price | $67 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Northampton:
A bus is $27 (€23) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Northampton costing on average $67 (€56).
A bus is $65 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Northampton costing on average $105 (€87).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Bus takes on average 9h 16m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Edinburgh to Northampton Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:56PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:21PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h04 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Northampton buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX598 · NX707 | On time 10:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h25 | 9:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h20 | 7:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 9h15 | 7:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 9h10 | 7:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:21 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 9h04 | 7:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 12h20 | 11:00 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h45 | 9:15 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h15 | 10:20 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX707 | On time 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h15 | 8:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 13h15 | 12:20 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX707 | On time 11:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 15h25 | 3:10 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Northampton
Buses from Edinburgh to Northampton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 272 miles (438 km) distance in 9h 4m.
Distance 272 miles (438 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 9h 4m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Edinburgh to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Northampton with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $25 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Northampton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Northampton
Most Edinburgh to Northampton buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Northampton, Town Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park). Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Northampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Northampton leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) from Northampton city centre
Getting to Northampton, Far Cotton from Northampton city centre
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