Canterbury to Northampton bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Northampton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 173 km

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£36

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£63

Average Price

5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

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30m

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2h 40m

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2h 10m

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Live departures

Canterbury to Northampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Northampton coaches for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express18:55 Canterbury
6h00
00:55 Northampton0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Northampton

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Buses from Canterbury to Northampton run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £26 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 5h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26
Distance
173 km
Average bus duration
4h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
5h 52m
First bus
01:05
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26

Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Northampton with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Canterbury to Northampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Canterbury to Northampton can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Northampton is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Canterbury to Northampton is 6 h   to travel the 107 mile long trip, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Canterbury to Northampton leaves at 04: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Canterbury to Northampton leaves at 20: 53.
There are 2 coaches a day from Canterbury to Northampton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Canterbury to Northampton you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Northampton from Canterbury on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Northampton is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Northampton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Canterbury to Northampton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.
    No, luggage for the coach from Canterbury to Northampton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Canterbury to Northampton.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Northampton

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    Northampton
    The major coach station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury, St. Georges Lane. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane for your trip from Canterbury to Northampton.
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    Canterbury, University Of KentWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
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    address
    Address
    University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    University Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
    • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

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