The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Rugby
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Rugby will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Northampton for Rugby every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 29 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 to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 29 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Rugby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Rugby coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:00 Northampton | 1h29 | 08:29 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:35 Northampton | 1h29 | 10:04 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:55 Northampton | 1h29 | 11:24 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Northampton | 1h29 | 11:59 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Northampton | 1h29 | 12:59 Rugby | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Northampton to Rugby by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Rugby
Buses from Northampton to Rugby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 29 km distance in 57m.
Distance 29 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Midlands from Northampton to RugbyYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Rugby with Stagecoach Midlands for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Rugby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Rugby 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 Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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