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TodayApr 25
from $17
TomorrowApr 26
from $11
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from $14
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from $11
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: North Gate Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: North Gate Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Airport - BHX
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: North Gate Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: North Gate Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
Bus Northampton to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Bus Northampton to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19
Average bus trip duration1h 50m
Number of daily buses69
Earliest bus departure12:50 AM
Distance45 miles (72 km)
Latest bus departure11:20 PM

Northampton to Birmingham Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures69
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:50AM - 11:20PM
Minimum Price$10
Average Ticket Price$19
Minimum Trip Duration1h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h50m
Distance45 miles (72 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express, Infobus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Northampton - Birmingham

You can take a bus or a train to go from Northampton to Birmingham. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Birmingham. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Northampton to Birmingham takes around 1h 50m, but you can get there in as little as 1h 15m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 46 miles (74 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Northampton and Birmingham is 46 miles (74 km).

About 69 buses travel this route daily, provided by National Express, Infobus and Megabus UK. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Northampton to Birmingham may vary. Simplify your trip from Northampton to Birmingham by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 12:50 AM and 11:20 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Northampton to Birmingham start their journey at Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av) and wind up at Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can expect to pay around $19 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $11 and $50, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, a day trip from Northampton to Birmingham is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 2h 30m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Birmingham before returning to Northampton in the evening.

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Gas Street Basin, National Motorcycle Museum, Thinktank Science Museum and Jewellery Quarter.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Northampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 28, 2024 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $18 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2024-04-28.

Usually MEGB 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Northampton and Birmingham!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Northampton to Birmingham.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Northampton to Birmingham will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Northampton to Birmingham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Northampton to Birmingham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1h 50mAvg Price$19Daily Departures69
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1h 2mAvg Price$24Daily Departures26

The best way to travel between Northampton and Birmingham is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Birmingham, choose the bus, as it will take you from Northampton to Birmingham in about 1h 2m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Northampton by bus?

Bus from Birmingham to Northampton

You can also go to Birmingham by train

Train from Northampton to Birmingham

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