Northampton to Kettering bus with Stagecoach Midlands

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Compare train and coach for Northampton to Kettering

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 20 km

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£29

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2h 14m

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1h 44m

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1h 52m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Northampton to Kettering

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Buses from Northampton to Kettering run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 21:51. The fastest coach covers the 20 km distance in 52m.

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
20 km
Average bus duration
1h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
52m
First bus
04:40
Last bus
21:51
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: Stagecoach Midlands from Northampton to KetteringYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Kettering with Stagecoach Midlands for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Stagecoach Midlands

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Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£4
Stagecoach Midlands frequency
16 a day

Coaches from Northampton to Kettering

Passengers wishing to travel by coach between the two historic market towns of Northampton and Kettering in the East Midlands have to make do with only one departure per day. Although it doesn't provide a great deal of choice for travellers, the service is certainly very easy to remember and plan around as it generally leaves at the same time every day. Journey times are equally unvarying, routinely clocking in at a little over half an hour.

Which coach companies travel from Northampton to Kettering?

National Express is currently alone in laying on a service between these two picturesque towns in Northamptonshire.

How long is the coach from Northampton to Kettering?

The journey usually lasts 37 minutes, with little or no variation across the week. All services are direct, so there's no need to change coaches even at the weekend.

How many coaches are there from Northampton to Kettering?

There's only one coach from Northampton to Kettering every day, setting off in the middle of the evening. Departure times and journey durations are the same throughout the week, including Saturday and Sunday.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Northampton to Kettering?

Departure bus station: National Express services leave Northampton from the coach stop on Victoria Street, not to be confused with the North Gate bus station next to Market Square. It's less than half a mile from the town centre with its wealth of period architecture, and a four to five-minute walk to the main bus interchange, where the numbers 3 and 7 buses travel between the centre of town and Camp Hill, Grange Park and West Hunsbury. Coaches from Birmingham, London and Heathrow also call in at the Victoria Street stop on a regular basis.

Arrival bus station: Services from Northampton terminate at Kettering Bus and Coach station on Eskdaill Street, just a two to three-minute walk from the town centre, with its shopping malls and many sites of historic interest. The station has a coffee shop,  fast food outlet and other amenities, while a supermarket is just outside for passengers wishing to buy groceries or refreshments. Coaches to Corby, Wellingborough and Milton Keynes regularly depart from Eskdaill Street, and the train station is under half a mile away.

FAQs: Northampton to Kettering coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Northampton to Kettering can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to Kettering is £4; 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 Northampton to Kettering is 52 min   to travel the 12 mile long journey, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Northampton to Kettering leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Northampton to Kettering leaves at 21: 51.
There are 4 coaches a day from Northampton to Kettering which require at least one change with Stagecoach Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Northampton to Kettering, you can count on Stagecoach Midlands for the best way to get you to Kettering. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Northampton and Kettering and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Kettering from Northampton is worth doing with a journey time of 52 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Northampton to Kettering is January.
You have options as you can travel from Northampton to Kettering 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Northampton to Kettering has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Northampton to Kettering.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Northampton to Kettering.

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

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