The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Northampton station (NMP) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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 Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 73 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX707 | 16:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 18:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 | 18:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h40 | 20:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 | 20:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h45 | 22:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h30 | 23:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 | 23:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h40 | 00:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:35 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h40 | 03:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h55 | 11:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train or coach
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Why should you book Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches with Omio?
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 station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Buses from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 01:35 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton station (NMP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), 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.

