Bus from Northampton to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Northampton to Manchester on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
Manchester AirportCheapest
FlixbusBus
Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)
ShudehillFastest
FlixbusBus
Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
Manchester AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)
Manchester AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)
ShudehillNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:10 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Northampton to Manchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 43 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
1h 43mAverage duration
102 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£16 - £53Average duration9h 15m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£28 - £51Average duration1h 43m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£22 - £24Average duration2h 30m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Northampton to Manchester

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 Northampton to Manchester?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Northampton to Manchester start from £16. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Northampton to Manchester?

    The average bus journey time from Northampton to Manchester is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 106 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Manchester at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

    A bus journey from Northampton to Manchester produces an estimated 4 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.

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£21
12/12
£22
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£21
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£23
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£16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Northampton to Manchester was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £36 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-15.

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