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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

6:50PM
40m
7:30PM
Northampton - Northampton Grange Park
Cheapest
Leicester - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Cheapest
8:50AM
40m
9:30AM
Northampton - Northampton Grange Park
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Leicester - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
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1:45AM
40m
2:25AM
Northampton - Northampton Grange Park
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Leicester - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
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5:25AM
3h35m
9:00AM
Northampton - North Gate Bus Station
Leicester - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
7:15AM
2h50m
10:05AM
Northampton - Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
Leicester - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Bus Northampton to Leicester: Trip Overview

Bus Northampton to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$43
Average bus trip duration3h 15m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:25 AM
Distance30 miles (47 km)
Latest bus departure7:50 PM

Northampton to Leicester Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:25AM - 7:50PM
Minimum Price$5
Average Ticket Price$43
Minimum Trip Duration40m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h15m
Distance30 miles (47 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express, Infobus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Northampton - Leicester

The best way to travel from Northampton to Leicester is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Northampton to Leicester takes about 3h 15m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 40m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 29 miles (47 km) that separate the two cities.

Northampton and Leicester are 29 miles (47 km) apart.

On average, there are 13 daily departures on this route, offered by National Express, Infobus and Megabus UK. The number of buses from Northampton to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Northampton to Leicester as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 12:25 AM for the initial departure and runs until 7:50 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Northampton to Leicester start their journey at Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av) and wind up at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Northampton to Leicester by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $8.

The bus ticket costs $43 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $8 to $53, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Northampton to Leicester. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 1h 20m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Leicester before making your way back to Northampton.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Northampton to Leicester was searched and found on Mar 29, 2024 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $41 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2024-04-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Northampton to Leicester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Northampton to Leicester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Northampton to Leicester.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Northampton to Leicester.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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