4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Northampton
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Northampton will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 36 buses that leave London for Northampton every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Northampton coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 19:35 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
 NX540 · NX707 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 20:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h25 | 19:35 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 23:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 22:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 22:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 00:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 00:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 00:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 01:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 01:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h56 | 01:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 20 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h25 | 01:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 08:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX450 · NX707 | 06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 09:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 08:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 09:55 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX707 | Delayed 12:00 08:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 11:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h15 | 09:55 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 12:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 12:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX550 · NX707 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 13:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 12:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 12:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 13:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 13:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 14:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX707 | On time 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 16:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 14:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 16:10 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 16:10 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX707 | On time 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 18:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 17:10 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 17:10 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 18:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 18:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX707 | On time 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 20:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX707 | On time 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 23:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Northampton
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Buses from London to Northampton run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between London to Northampton with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Northampton
Buses from London to Northampton are one of the easiest ways to travel from the UK capital to this East Midlands city. National Express run a frequent coach service from Northampton to London with approximately five services throughout the day, running from the early hours of the morning until early evening. Journey time for buses from London to Northampton is just over 2 hours. Coaches depart from London Victoria Coach Station, the city's major coach terminus, which is three or four minutes' walk from London Victoria Underground. Coaches arrive at Northampton Town Centre, a short walk from the main railway station.
Taking the Bus from London
London Victoria Coach Station has good transport links with the rest of London, its suburbs and regional areas. It is on the Victoria, District and Circle lines of the London Underground, while London Buses operate frequent day and night bus routes. Victoria Rail Station, which has arrivals from South London and Sussex, is a short distance from the coach station. Taxi ranks are situated outside the coach and rail stations.
Getting into Northampton by Bus
Northampton is a small market town with a pleasing mix of architectural styles, although nothing pre-dates the late 17th century when Northampton had its own "great fire". It is the home of the British shoe-making industry, which is celebrated in the town's museum. Northampton is surrounded by pretty villages of thatched cottages and ancient churches, while sports lovers will appreciate a visit to nearby Silverstone, the venue for Formula One Grand Prix motor-racing in the United Kingdom. Buses from London to Northampton terminate at the Upper Mount Car Park in the city centre. Stagecoach and Uno operate frequent local bus routes around the city, to Northampton University and to nearby towns, such as Milton Keynes, Rugby and Towcester. Taxis are available at the nearby railway station.
FAQs: London to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Northampton
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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