The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Watford
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Watford will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Northampton to Watford you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:302h37Northampton10:07Watford£201One-way2 changes
6:252h15Northampton8:40Watford£321One-way2 changes
8:552h27Northampton11:22Watford£321One-way2 changes
11:252h57Northampton14:22Watford£321One-way2 changes
13:553h02Northampton16:57Watford£321One-way2 changes
6:252h15Northampton8:40Watford£321One-way2 changes
8:552h27Northampton11:22Watford£321One-way2 changes
7:302h37Northampton10:07Watford£201One-way2 changes
18:252h50Northampton21:15Watford£321One-way2 changes
11:252h57Northampton14:22Watford£321One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £36.
Distance: 74 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Watford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Watford coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 Northampton | 2h15 | 8:40 Watford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:30 Northampton | 2h37 | 10:07 Watford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:55 Northampton | 2h27 | 11:22 Watford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:25 Northampton | 2h57 | 14:22 Watford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:55 Northampton | 3h02 | 16:57 Watford | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Northampton to Watford by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Watford
Buses from Northampton to Watford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 21m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Northampton to Watford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Watford 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 Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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