- Must visit
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
The town's main museum, celebrated for its shoe collections, local history, and changing exhibitions in a restored central building.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Northampton will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 42 buses from Longford to Northampton, including 26 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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 Longford to Northampton run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 25m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Longford to Northampton.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Northampton buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h50 | 11:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 11:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 11:00 PM Longford | 3h55 | 2:55 AM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX440 | 11:00 PM Longford | 2h55 | 1:55 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 12:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h55 | 2:00 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 2:00 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX231 · NX707 | 6:20 AM Longford | 3h00 | 9:20 AM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
NX231 · NX707 | 6:20 AM Longford | 3h10 | 9:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h45 | 9:40 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h25 | 9:40 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 8:30 AM Longford | 2h55 | 11:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX707 | 8:30 AM Longford | 2h45 | 11:15 AM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX707 | 9:30 AM Longford | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX707 | 9:30 AM Longford | 3h55 | 1:25 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h50 | 12:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 12:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 12:20 PM Longford | 3h30 | 3:50 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 1:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 12:20 PM Longford | 3h40 | 4:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h50 | 2:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 2:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h55 | 4:10 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 4:10 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 3:00 PM Longford | 3h35 | 6:35 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX707 | 3:00 PM Longford | 3h25 | 6:25 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h00 | 5:25 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h40 | 5:25 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h00 | 6:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 6:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 5:30 PM Longford | 3h20 | 8:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX707 | 5:30 PM Longford | 3h10 | 8:40 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h55 | 7:55 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 7:55 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h50 | 8:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 8:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h45 | 9:40 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX707 | 8:00 PM Longford | 3h00 | 11:00 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX707 | 8:00 PM Longford | 3h10 | 11:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h25 | 9:40 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h40 | 11:00 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 11:00 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Longford to Northampton with FlixBus and National Express. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus and National Express. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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The town's main museum, celebrated for its shoe collections, local history, and changing exhibitions in a restored central building.
Specialist display areas and interpretation at the historic 78 Derngate house, illuminating Charles Rennie Mackintosh's interior design legacy.
Historic country house museum in extensive parkland. Displays reveal aristocratic life, the Civil War, and the estate's wider landscape.
Extensive riverside parkland around Delapré Abbey, valued for walking, views, and access to one of the town's most historic estates.
Popular urban park with a lake, birdlife, and family-friendly paths. A pleasant stop for a quieter break from the town centre.
Historic shopping street famous for 78 Derngate and fine Victorian architecture. It is ideal for a short heritage walk near the town centre.
A spiced cured beef sausage long linked with Northamptonshire. It is a classic local breakfast and sandwich filling with a distinctive peppery flavour.
A historic county pudding of suet pastry filled with apples or jam, then boiled or steamed. It is a traditional farmhouse dessert in Northamptonshire.
Crumbly local cheese traditionally made in Northamptonshire. Its mild, creamy taste makes it a regional staple on cheeseboards and in ploughman’s lunches.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and a refined special-occasion atmosphere.
Popular gastropub serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed village-style setting with a strong local reputation.
Well-regarded central venue for dry-aged steaks and grilled dishes, offering a contemporary interior and dependable service.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

Most Longford to Northampton buses use the to Northampton, Town Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park). Use this guide to compare Longford and Northampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Northampton, Far Cotton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton, Far Cotton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton, Far Cotton. ATMs are available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Ticket office support is available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.