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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
Main town museum with collections on Northampton's shoe industry, archaeology and art, plus family-friendly galleries.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
10 h 37 m
Average duration
10 h 37 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnsley to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Northampton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Barnsley to Northampton you need to make at least one change.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 150 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Northampton coaches for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:00 Barnsley | 5h10 | 23:10 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Barnsley to Northampton run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 22:40 |
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Main town museum with collections on Northampton's shoe industry, archaeology and art, plus family-friendly galleries.
Independent museum at Delapré Abbey exploring the Battle of Northampton and local medieval history through immersive displays.
Community museum preserving village and manor history in a traditional setting, offering a quieter local-history visit near Northampton.
Popular town park with a lake, museum, broad lawns and tree-lined paths, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
Major urban park with gardens, sports facilities and open green space, good for walking and seeing local daily life.
Historic market square at the heart of Northampton, useful for shopping, events and soaking up the town-centre atmosphere.
A crumbly hard cheese made in Northamptonshire since the 18th century. Its rich, nutty flavour makes it one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional British sausage strongly associated with Northamptonshire, usually made with seasoned pork and herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A local style of pork pie linked to Northamptonshire’s boot and market town heritage, with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork filling.
Well-known town centre restaurant focused on Turkish and Mediterranean cooking, with generous portions and a lively atmosphere.
Historic riverside pub and brewery tap for Phipps NBC ales, with hearty British food and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in Delapré Abbey serving modern British dishes in a refined heritage setting suited to a longer meal.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though spare change is appreciated.
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Northampton Town Centre -> Northampton Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Northampton by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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