The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Northampton
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Northampton will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 10 buses that leave Birmingham for Northampton on Fri, Jan 30, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus
NX707
NX707
NX707
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NX707
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NX707Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 74 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Northampton buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Birmingham | 5h50 | 5:40 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX707 | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Birmingham | 6h00 | 6:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX550 · NX707 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Birmingham | 6h35 | 8:05 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham | 5h25 | 7:35 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 | 2:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h50 | 4:05 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Birmingham | 6h20 | 9:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX707 | 4:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h05 | 6:35 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Birmingham | 5h55 | 11:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Birmingham | 5h20 | 12:20 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX707 | 7:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h50 | 8:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 5h30 | 1:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, January 30 | |||||
NX707 | 1:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h40 | 3:10 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Birmingham | 1h35 | 4:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h35 | 6:10 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Birmingham | 1h35 | 8:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h55 | 8:40 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h50 | 11:20 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Northampton
Buses from Birmingham to Northampton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 74 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 34m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Northampton with National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Northampton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Northampton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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