Luton to Northampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Northampton

Showing times and prices for 20 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 11 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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 £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 19 buses that leave Luton for Northampton every day 16 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 11 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 15 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.

National ExpressNX707
21:401h30
Luton, Station Interchange
23:10Northampton, Town Centre
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX707
19:151h35
Luton, Station Interchange
20:50Northampton, Town Centre
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX707
07:551h35
Luton, Station Interchange
09:30Northampton, Town Centre
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX707
01:351h30
Luton, Station Interchange
03:05Northampton, Town Centre
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX707
09:551h30
Luton, Station Interchange
11:25Northampton, Town Centre
£211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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 29m. 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 £18.

Distance: 52 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£33

Average Price

2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

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Live departures

Luton to Northampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Northampton coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 17:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:40 07:55Luton, Station Interchange
1h35
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:30 08:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h15
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:40 09:55Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:30 10:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:40 11:55Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:30 12:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:40 14:20Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:30 14:40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h20
16:05 16:05Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:40 16:50Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
18:35 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
17:30 17:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
18:35 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
On time
19:15 Luton, Station Interchange
1h35
20:50 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
On time
19:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h15
20:50 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
On time
21:40 Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
23:10 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX707
On time
22:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
23:10 Northampton, Town Centre
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737 · NX70723:55 Luton, Station Interchange
3h10
03:05 Northampton, Town Centre1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX70723:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
03:05 Northampton, Town Centre1 change
Friday 20 February
national_expressNX70701:35 Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
03:05 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70701:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
03:05 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70707:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h35
09:30 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70708:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h15
09:30 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70709:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
11:25 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70710:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
11:25 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70711:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
13:25 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70712:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
13:25 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:00 Luton
6h05
20:05 Northampton, Town Centre1 change
national_expressNX70714:20 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
16:05 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70714:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
16:05 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX70716:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
18:35 Northampton, Town Centre0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX707
On time
23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
03:05 Northampton, Town Centre
1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Northampton

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Buses from Luton to Northampton run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 16 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 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
52 km
Average bus duration
1h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
18
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Northampton can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Northampton is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Luton to Northampton is 1h 5m to travel the 52 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Luton to Northampton leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Northampton leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Luton to Northampton with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Northampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Northampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Northampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Northampton from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Northampton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Northampton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Northampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Northampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Northampton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Northampton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Northampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Northampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Northampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Northampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Northampton with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Northampton

Luton
Northampton
The major coach station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Northampton.
Luton, Station Interchange
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Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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