The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Northampton
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Northampton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 8 buses that leave Derby for Northampton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
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Compare train and coach for Derby to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 85 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Northampton coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 00:50 Derby, Bus Station | 2h45 | 03:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX230 · NX440 | 00:55 Derby, Bus Station | 3h55 | 04:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 02:40 Derby, Bus Station | 2h45 | 05:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 04:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h00 | 07:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Derby, Bus Station | 3h50 | 09:50 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1 change | |
NX134 · NX707 | 08:40 Derby, Bus Station | 5h10 | 13:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX707 | 14:35 Derby, Bus Station | 4h00 | 18:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Derby to Northampton coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Arriva Derby or Kinchbus to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Northampton.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to Northampton.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Arriva Derby or Kinchbus to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Northampton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Northampton.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Northampton
Buses from Derby to Northampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, Arriva Derby, Kinchbus from Derby to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Derby to Northampton with Megabus, National Express, Arriva Derby, Kinchbus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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