Bus from Birmingham to Northampton: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Birmingham to Northampton on 14 February
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

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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 and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1hAverage duration
45 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £46Average duration1h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£4 - £26Average duration1h 1m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£7 - £10Average duration1h
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 20m 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 19 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 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  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 29871 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 4.1 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
11/02
£13
12/02
£14
Today
£14
14/02
£7
15/02
£7
16/02
£7
17/02
£7
18/02
£7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Northampton was searched and found on 18 Feb 2026 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 2026-02-18.

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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