How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Edinburgh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Northampton to Edinburgh start from £31. The average price for this route is around £45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Northampton to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Northampton to Edinburgh is 11h, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Edinburgh at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Edinburgh?

A bus journey from Northampton to Edinburgh produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Northampton to Edinburgh from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Northampton to Edinburgh on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:25	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	10h 40m	11:05	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	10h 35m	11:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	10h 5m	10:30	114233	No tags
Bus	18:00	Northampton Rothersthorpe	12h 25m	06:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	10h 5m	10:30	114233	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Northampton to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7hAverage duration

273 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£31 - £107	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£36 - £36	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Edinburgh?

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,572 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11572 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £31

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Northampton to Edinburgh

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

How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Edinburgh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Northampton to Edinburgh start from £31. The average price for this route is around £45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Northampton to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Northampton to Edinburgh is 11h, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Edinburgh at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Edinburgh?
A bus journey from Northampton to Edinburgh produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/12

£35

09/12

£34

Today

£28

11/12

No data

12/12

No data

13/12

£32

14/12

£33

15/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Edinburgh was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £56 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-12-13.