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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Northampton
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Northampton will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £76.
Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester for Northampton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
19:307h35Colchester3:05Northampton£761One-way0 changes
- 19:307h35Colchester3:05Northampton£761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Colchester to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 129 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Colchester to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Northampton coaches for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 Colchester | 5h20 | 11:25 Northampton | 2 changes | |
| 8:35 Colchester | 7h25 | 16:00 Northampton | 2 changes | |
| 12:10 Colchester | 6h10 | 18:20 Northampton | 2 changes | |
| 19:35 Colchester | 4h45 | 0:20 Northampton | 2 changes | |
| 21:35 Colchester | 4h20 | 1:55 Northampton | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Northampton
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Buses from Colchester to Northampton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Colchester to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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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