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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Northampton
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Northampton will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stansted for Northampton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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 Stansted to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stansted to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Northampton coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:30 Stansted | 3h40 | 22:10 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted to Northampton
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Buses from Stansted to Northampton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Northampton 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: Stansted to Northampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Northampton, Town Centre, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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