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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Northampton
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Northampton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Luton 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 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Compare train and coach for Luton to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Luton to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Northampton coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX707 | 07:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h35 | 09:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 08:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 09:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 09:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h30 | 11:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 10:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h10 | 11:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 11:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h30 | 13:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 12:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h10 | 13:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 14:20 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h40 | 16:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 14:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 16:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 16:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h45 | 18:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 17:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h25 | 18:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 19:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h35 | 20:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 19:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 20:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 21:40 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h30 | 23:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 22:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h10 | 23:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX737 · NX707 | 23:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h10 | 03:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX707 | 23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 03:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1 change | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 00:35 Luton | 1h30 | 02:05 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:55 Luton | 1h35 | 08:30 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Northampton
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Buses from Luton to Northampton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Luton to Northampton with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Luton to Northampton
There are frequent buses from Luton to Northampton to cater to popular demand. Buses depart from either Luton Airport or Luton Challney. There are several points of arrival in Northampton, including Northampton Far Cotton, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton London Road. The distance between the two towns is approximately 35 miles, and the duration of the trip is just over one hour. Depending on day of travel, the first trip of the day is at about 8:40 a.m, and the last departure is actually after midnight at approximately 12:50 a.m. During operating hours there is usually at least one service per hour. The majority of routes are direct. Buses from Luton to Northampton are mostly operated by National Express.
FAQs: Luton to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. When arriving in Northampton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Northampton, Town Centre, Northampton, Far Cotton and Northampton, London Road.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Northampton, Town Centre, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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