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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 21 m
Buses on 18 Sept
8
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 buses from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 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.
NX70723:151h15Northampton, Town Centre0:30Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£111One-way0 changes- NX7073:101h20Northampton, Town Centre4:30Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£111One-way0 changes
- NX7079:351h25Northampton, Town Centre11:00Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
- NX70718:401h25Northampton, Town Centre20:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
- NX70716:101h30Northampton, Town Centre17:40Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
- NX70723:151h15Northampton, Town Centre0:30Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£111One-way0 changes
- NX7073:101h20Northampton, Town Centre4:30Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£111One-way0 changes
- NX70720:551h20Northampton, Town Centre22:15Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
- NX7079:351h25Northampton, Town Centre11:00Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
- NX70718:401h25Northampton, Town Centre20:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 62 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Northampton to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX707 | 9:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 11:00 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 11:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 12:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 13:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 14:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 4h30 | 19:05 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX707 | 16:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 17:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 4h10 | 20:50 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX707 | 18:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 20:05 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 20:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h20 | 22:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 | 23:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h15 | 0:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| NX707 | 3:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h20 | 4:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport
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Buses from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:06, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 9:06 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Northampton to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Birmingham International Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 Northampton and Birmingham International Airport
Most Northampton to Birmingham International Airport buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Birmingham International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) from Northampton city centre
Most popular bus connections from Northampton
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