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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 on 14 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
1 h 24 m
Buses on 14 Sept
29
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Corby to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Corby to Northampton will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 29 buses from Corby to Northampton, including 29 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 24 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Corby to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 30 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Corby to Northampton:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Corby to Northampton costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 38m.
Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Stagecoach Midlands.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Corby to Northampton coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:21 Corby | 1h35 | 17:56 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:26 Corby | 1h30 | 18:56 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:26 Corby | 1h24 | 19:50 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:26 Corby | 1h24 | 20:50 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
![]() | 4:50 Corby | 1h26 | 6:16 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:20 Corby | 1h34 | 6:54 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:10 Corby | 1h35 | 7:45 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:43 Corby | 1h43 | 8:26 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 Corby | 1h45 | 9:05 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:02 Corby | 1h35 | 9:37 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:38 Corby | 1h35 | 10:13 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:18 Corby | 1h35 | 10:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Corby | 1h35 | 11:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Corby | 1h35 | 11:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:48 Corby | 1h35 | 12:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:12 Corby | 1h35 | 12:47 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:48 Corby | 1h35 | 13:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:18 Corby | 1h35 | 13:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:48 Corby | 1h35 | 14:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:18 Corby | 1h35 | 14:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:48 Corby | 1h35 | 15:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Corby | 1h35 | 15:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:48 Corby | 1h35 | 16:23 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:18 Corby | 1h35 | 16:53 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Corby to Northampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:10, the last at 14:40. The fastest coach covers the 30 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 30 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 24m |
First bus 6:10 |
Last bus 14:40 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Northampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northampton trip today.
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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