Bus from Birmingham to Northampton: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Northampton on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )Cheapest
National ExpressBus
    Birmingham Airport - BHX
    Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      Coach Station
      North Gate Bus StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      Great Charles Street Queensway
      Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )No tags
      National ExpressBus
        Coach Station
        North Gate Bus StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:07 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Northampton

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        1h 10mAverage duration
        45 milesDistance
        3kgCO₂ emissions
        Average price£10 - £56Average duration1h 35m
        2kg CO₂e
        Average price£7 - £26Average duration1h 1m
        1kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average price£8 - £14Average duration1h 10m
        3kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Northampton

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Northampton?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Northampton start from £10. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Northampton?

          The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Northampton is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 15m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Northampton route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Northampton?

          The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Northampton at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Northampton?

          A bus journey from Birmingham to Northampton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Northampton?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Northampton?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Northampton?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Northampton?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        25/11
        £7
        26/11
        £7
        Today
        £14
        28/11
        £8
        29/11
        £8
        30/11
        £8
        01/12
        £7
        02/12
        £7
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Northampton was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Northampton as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £7 to £34 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-02.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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