How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Stansted?

The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Stansted start from $48. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Northampton to Stansted?

The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Stansted is 4h, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Stansted route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Stansted at 3:18am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Stansted?

A bus trip from Northampton to Stansted generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Northampton to Stansted from $45 | Compare & Save up to 20%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Northampton to Stansted on December 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Northampton (London Road A508, opp Parkfield Ave)	3h 40m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Northampton (London Road A508, opp Parkfield Ave)	3h 20m	12:20pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Northampton (London Road A508, opp Parkfield Ave)	4h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Northampton (London Road A508, opp Parkfield Ave)	4h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Northampton (London Road A508, opp Parkfield Ave)	3h 40m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Northampton to Stansted

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

4hAverage Duration

55 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $50	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Stansted?

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29786 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $48

National Express Northampton Stansted recent customer reviews

Good service,polite drivers.Will be better if all the buses will have the feet support.

Cristina N.

March 11, 2020

Take to long

Constantin V.

April 13, 2024

Very good

Marin T.

August 11, 2022

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Northampton to Stansted by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Stansted?
The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Stansted start from $48. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Northampton to Stansted?
The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Stansted is 4h, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Stansted at 3:18am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Stansted?
A bus trip from Northampton to Stansted generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Northampton to Stansted was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $57 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-24.