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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $431.
Distance: 341 miles (550 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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$74 Average price Cheapest | $431 Average price | $212 Average price | $162 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Aberdeen:
A bus is $138 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Aberdeen costing on average $212.
A bus is $357 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Northampton to Aberdeen costing on average $431.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 17m.
Bus takes on average 12h 27m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Aberdeen buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:00 PM Northampton | 13h20 | 11:20 AM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Northampton to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (550 km) distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 341 miles (550 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Aberdeen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aberdeen trip today.
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Guild Street -> Union Square, Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Aberdeen buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Aberdeen, Guild Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Aberdeen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Aberdeen, Guild Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and small eateries on site.
Wi-Fi is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street. ATMs are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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