The cheapest and fastest buses from Market Harborough to Northampton
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Market Harborough to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Market Harborough to Northampton will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 17 buses that leave Market Harborough for Northampton on Wed, Jul 01, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 32 m .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest buses will take 36 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.
6:40 AM0h36Patrick Street7:16 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM0h48Patrick Street8:08 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
9:03 AM0h40Patrick Street9:43 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
9:35 AM0h37Patrick Street10:12 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
10:07 AM0h36Patrick Street10:43 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
7:16 PM0h32Patrick Street7:48 PMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
8:04 PM0h32Patrick Street8:36 PMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
9:04 PM0h32Patrick Street9:36 PMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
6:40 AM0h36Patrick Street7:16 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
10:07 AM0h36Patrick Street10:43 AMNorthampton$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Market Harborough to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Market Harborough to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Market Harborough to Northampton:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Market Harborough to Northampton costing on average $43 (€36).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 28m.
Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 39m versus 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Stagecoach Midlands.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Market Harborough to Northampton Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:16AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:08AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:03AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:12AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:07AM | Arrival Time 10:43AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:52AM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 01:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:52PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:54PM | Arrival Time 03:36PM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:04PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:17PM | Arrival Time 05:56PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:06PM | Arrival Time 06:47PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:26PM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:16PM | Arrival Time 07:48PM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:04PM | Arrival Time 08:36PM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:04PM | Arrival Time 09:36PM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Market Harborough to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Market Harborough to Northampton buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Patrick Street | 0h36 | 7:16 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Patrick Street | 0h48 | 8:08 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Patrick Street | 0h40 | 9:43 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Patrick Street | 0h37 | 10:12 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:07 AM Patrick Street | 0h36 | 10:43 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Patrick Street | 0h40 | 11:35 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Market Harborough to Northampton
Buses from Market Harborough to Northampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 21:04. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 32m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 9:04 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Midlands from Market Harborough to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Market Harborough to Northampton with Stagecoach Midlands for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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