The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Northampton
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Northampton will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nottingham for Northampton on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Northampton buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 PM Nottingham | 4h20 | 2:05 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Nottingham | 2h20 | 2:35 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 AM Nottingham | 2h10 | 3:35 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Northampton
Buses from Nottingham to Northampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Nottingham to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Northampton with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as $23 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park), located 5.8 miles (9.3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Nottingham to Northampton, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Northampton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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