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Eton College Museum of Antiquities
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Northampton to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Slough will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 13 buses that leave Northampton for Slough on Wed, Aug 05, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 85 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 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Slough:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Slough costing on average €53.
Other travel options to Slough take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about -3h -11m sooner (3h 37m by bus vs 1h 26m by car) and save roughly €-13.78 compared to fuel and tolls (€35 vs €21). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 04:24AM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 05:56AM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:54AM | Duration 3h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:51AM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:57AM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:03AM | Duration 2h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:23PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:36PM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:13PM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:32AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Slough buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 PM Northampton | 3h02 | 12:32 AM Slough | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:50 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 3:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h55 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h10 | 7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h55 | 9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h10 | 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h55 | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h10 | 11:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h10 | 3:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h55 | 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h55 | 6:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h45 | 8:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Northampton to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:25 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Slough buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Slough bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Slough, Wellington Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
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