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Bus Northampton to Leicester: Trip Overview
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Based on 26676 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $28.00
Based on 409 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the seats. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $34.00
Based on 3264 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $8.00
Megabus Northampton Leicester recent customer reviews
The trip was smooth. The bus however came a few minutes late
I enjoyed the fact it got me to my destination safely :))
Northampton to Leicester Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 13 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:25AM - 7:50PM |
Minimum Price | $5 |
Average Ticket Price | $43 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 40m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 3h15m |
Distance | 30 miles (47 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | National Express, Infobus, Megabus UK |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Northampton and Leicester?
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
Northampton Coach Station11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
Greyfriars Bus Station15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
Northampton RothersthorpeSt Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationFosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
LeicesterM1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), NorthboundFrequently 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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.
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Bus Travel Tips
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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.
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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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