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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Northampton
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Northampton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cambridge for Northampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 68 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Northampton coaches for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:15 Cambridge | 4h45 | 18:00 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Cambridge | 4h30 | 02:05 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Northampton
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Buses from Cambridge to Northampton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:28 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach East from Cambridge to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Northampton with National Express, Stagecoach East for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.
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