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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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 3 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €30 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:25 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h30 | 12:55 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h30 | 1:55 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Northampton Town Centre -> Northampton Town Centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Northampton buses use the to Northampton, Town Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Northampton, Far Cotton. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet 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.
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