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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
49 m
Buses on 04 Sept
27
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Leicester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 27 buses from Northampton to Leicester, including 20 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 46 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Leicester:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Leicester costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 15m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.75. The journey takes 1h 15m versus 1h 11m 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Leicester coaches for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX707 · NX230 | 18:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 21:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 21:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX230 | 20:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 3h40 | 0:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 21:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 22:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 23:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 22:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 4 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 1:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 0:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 2:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 3:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX450 | 6:15 Northampton, Town Centre | 3h00 | 9:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX707 · NX230 | 8:45 Northampton, Town Centre | 2h50 | 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:25 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h00 | 10:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h10 | 12:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0h45 | 11:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX230 | 11:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 2h35 | 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h55 | 13:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h20 | 14:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h00 | 14:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX230 | 13:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 3h10 | 17:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h55 | 16:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:50 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 17:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX230 | 16:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 2h25 | 18:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 1h20 | 19:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0h55 | 19:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Northampton to Leicester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Leicester buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Northampton and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
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