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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Northampton
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Northampton will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Northampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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 coach and train for Portsmouth to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Northampton coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 12 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:10 Portsmouth | 5h45 | 01:55 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Portsmouth | 5h40 | 01:55 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Northampton
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Buses from Portsmouth to Northampton run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £28 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 01:03 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Northampton with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Northampton 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 Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- 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 Portsmouth and Northampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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