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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop | Northampton (Grange Park) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | North Gate Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | North Gate Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Luton to Northampton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 251 - R 857 | Average duration1h 10m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 44 - R 133 | Average duration40m | 2kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Luton and Northampton?
Stops in Luton
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Stops in Northampton
- A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4 - B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK - C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK - D15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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Users consistently highlight the punctuality and cleanliness of the service, noting comfortable seating with ample legroom. The drivers are praised for being friendly and helpful, enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Many express their intention to use this reliable service again in the future due to its efficiency and great value.
National Express Luton Northampton recent customer reviews
Arrived on time, very clean and working seatbelts. Very comfy seats and lots of leg room. Can't recommend enough! I will definetly be using again in the future.
Delta D.
I bought online ticket from Luton to Northampton on Sunday 11th September but bus was late and I bought another bus ticket to get on time to join the work.
Qazi A.
Very efficient , great value and great on customer service delivery as the driver was exceptionally helpful to all passengers. He is credit to National express. Staff at Luton Airport were helpful.
Evelyn M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Northampton by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Northampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to Northampton start at R 251. The average price for this route is around R 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Luton to Northampton?
The average bus journey time from Luton to Northampton is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 50 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Northampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 45 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Northampton?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Northampton at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Northampton?
A bus trip from Luton to Northampton produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Northampton was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 243To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Northampton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 243 to R 646 for a bus ticket from Luton to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 243, which is on 2026-01-26.
