The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Northampton
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Northampton will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Loughborough for Northampton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Loughborough to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m 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
Loughborough to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Northampton coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:40 Loughborough | 5h10 | 19:50 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 14 February | |||||
![]() | 03:51 Loughborough | 2h25 | 06:16 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 03:55 Loughborough | 2h21 | 06:16 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 03:56 Loughborough | 2h20 | 06:16 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:50 Loughborough | 2h19 | 07:09 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:59 Loughborough | 3h10 | 08:09 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Northampton
Buses from Loughborough to Northampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 22:41. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 02:45 |
Last bus 22:41 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Loughborough to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Northampton with Megabus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Loughborough to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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.
- 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.
- 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).
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- 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.
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