Northampton to Barnsley bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Barnsley

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Northampton to Barnsley will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Northampton for Barnsley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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 Express
07:454h20
Northampton
12:05Barnsley
£261One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Northampton to Barnsley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £100.

Distance: 150 km

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£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£102

Average Price

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

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Live departures

Northampton to Barnsley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Barnsley coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express07:45 Northampton
4h20
12:05 Barnsley0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Northampton to Barnsley

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Buses from Northampton to Barnsley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 05:52, the last at 18:25. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 4h 20m.

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
150 km
Average bus duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
05:52
Last bus
18:25
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 Northampton to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Barnsley with National Express for as low as £31. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
1 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.

FAQs: Northampton to Barnsley coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Barnsley 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 Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Northampton to Barnsley can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to Barnsley is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Northampton to Barnsley coach time is 5 h 50 min   covering the 93 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Northampton to Barnsley leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Northampton to Barnsley leaves at 18: 25.
There is 1 coach a day from Northampton to Barnsley which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Northampton to Barnsley coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Northampton and Barnsley to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Northampton to Barnsley by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel from Northampton to Barnsley 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Northampton to Barnsley has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.
    No, luggage for the coach from Northampton to Barnsley needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Northampton to Barnsley.

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