The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Northampton
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Northampton will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Northampton on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 147 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Bristol to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Northampton buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 AM Bristol | 6h20 | 4:10 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Bristol | 5h35 | 8:55 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Bristol | 5h30 | 10:55 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Bristol | 6h50 | 12:40 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Bristol | 7h10 | 1:10 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Northampton by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Northampton
Buses from Bristol to Northampton run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 147 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bristol to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Northampton with National Express, Megabus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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