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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Stansted
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 15 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Stansted will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Northampton to Stansted, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
4:053h15Northampton7:20Stansted£311One-way0 changes- 5:053h15Northampton8:20Stansted£381One-way0 changes
- 5:053h15Northampton8:20Stansted£381One-way0 changes
- 4:053h15Northampton7:20Stansted£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Northampton to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 87 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Stansted:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Stansted costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 49m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.11. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 1h 32m 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.
Live departures
Northampton to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:05 Northampton | 3h15 | 7:20 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:05 Northampton | 3h15 | 8:20 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Stansted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Northampton to Stansted run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:14. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Stansted with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Stansted
Most Northampton to Stansted buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Northampton, London Road from Northampton city centre
Getting to Northampton, Far Cotton from Northampton city centre
Northampton, Far Cotton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton, Far Cotton bus station facilities and services
Northampton, Far Cotton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton, Far Cotton. ATMs are available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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