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Smith College Museum of Art
College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 5 buses from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 10m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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PPB 5222P | 12:55 PM Hartford, Union Station | 2h05 | 3:00 PM Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 5238P | 4:55 PM Hartford, Union Station | 2h05 | 7:00 PM Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
PPB 5256P | 8:55 PM Hartford, Union Station | 2h05 | 11:00 PM Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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PPB 5206P | 8:55 AM Hartford, Union Station | 2h05 | 11:00 AM Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Hartford, Union Station | 1h10 | 1:05 PM Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA with Peter Pan Bus Lines and Greyhound. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
Local history museum with changing exhibitions on Northampton's people, architecture, and culture in a central historic building.
Contemporary gallery in Thornes Marketplace showing rotating exhibitions by emerging and established artists in an accessible setting.
Main downtown street lined with shops, historic buildings, music venues, and bookstores; ideal for walking and people-watching.
Large public garden and arboretum at Smith College with ponds, bridges, and winding paths for peaceful walks in every season.
Multi-use rail trail through Northampton popular for walking and cycling, with river views and easy access to neighboring towns.
New England clam chowder is a creamy soup of clams, potatoes, and onions. A regional classic across Massachusetts, it is a staple comfort food locals know well.
Boston baked beans are slow-cooked with molasses and pork. This old New England dish reflects the region's colonial food traditions and Sunday supper culture.
Johnnycake is a cornmeal flatbread or griddle cake rooted in early New England cooking. It is simple, historic, and tied to regional farm ingredients.
Casual bakery and cafe known for artisan bread, pastries, breakfast, and sandwiches. Relaxed neighborhood atmosphere and a longtime local favorite.
Refined but approachable restaurant serving seasonal American fare and craft drinks in a lively downtown setting.
Popular casual spot for inventive sandwiches, soups, and salads. Friendly, quick, and well suited for lunch downtown.
Moderate for a small New England city; lodging can be pricey on busy weekends, while dining is mid-range and local transit costs are low compared with larger US tourist cities.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip only small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA 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, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hartford, CT to Northampton, MA buses use the Hartford, Union Station to Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal) station pair, with some services arriving at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market). Use this guide to compare Hartford, CT and Northampton, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hartford, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a cafe and a snack bar inside.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Hartford, Union Station.
Available at Hartford, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartford, Union Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal) is 1 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal). ATMs are available at Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal).
Ticket office support is available at Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal).
Available at Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton, Roundhouse Plaza (Peter Pan Bus Terminal): Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market) is 1 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market). ATMs are available at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market).
Ticket office support is available at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market).
Available at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton, Old South Street (Northampton Market): Disabled access available via ramps.
Check bus stations information for Hartford, CT and Northampton, MA, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.