The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Northampton for Hemel Hempstead every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 62 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 28 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.




Live departures
Northampton to Hemel Hempstead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Hemel Hempstead coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:15 Northampton | 1h28 | 06:43 Hemel Hempstead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:25 Northampton | 1h55 | 18:20 Hemel Hempstead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead
Take a bus from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead and enjoy the approximately 62 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:41.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:41 |
Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to Hemel HempsteadYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Hemel Hempstead 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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FAQs: Northampton to Hemel Hempstead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Northampton, Town Centre, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hemel Hempstead, Bridge Street, located 0.2 miles (440 m) away from the city centre.
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