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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Northampton

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Northampton will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Luton for Northampton on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.

National Express
06:15PM1h35
Luton
07:50PMNorthampton
€201One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:55AM1h30
Luton
10:25AMNorthampton
€211One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:35AM1h30
Luton
02:05AMNorthampton
€211One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:55AM1h30
Luton
12:25PMNorthampton
€211One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:45PM1h15
Luton
06:00PMNorthampton
€211One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Luton to Northampton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 52 km

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Bus
Train

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€37

Average price

2h 2m

Average total duration

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Luton to Northampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Northampton buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:31 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX707
Delayed
12:55 PM 1:35 AMLuton, Station Interchange
1h30
11:20 AM 11:20 AMNorthampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
8:25 AM 1:55 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
11:20 AM 11:20 AMNorthampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
12:55 PM 8:05 AMLuton, Station Interchange
1h25
11:20 AM 11:20 AMNorthampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
8:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h05
11:20 AM 11:20 AMNorthampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
12:55 PM 9:55 AMLuton, Station Interchange
1h30
11:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
10:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
11:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
Delayed
12:55 PM 11:55 AMLuton, Station Interchange
1h30
1:25 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
1:25 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
2:20 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
4:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
2:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h20
4:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
4:50 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
6:20 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
5:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
6:20 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
7:15 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h35
8:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
7:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h15
8:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
9:40 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h30
11:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX707
On time
10:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
11:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737 · NX70711:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange
3h10
3:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX707
On time
11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
3:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre		1 transfer
Sunday, December 21
national_express12:35 AM Luton
1h30
2:05 AM Northampton0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Northampton

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Buses from Luton to Northampton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.

There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 52 km distance in 1h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
52 km
Average bus duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
19
Direct buses
17
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Luton to Northampton with National Express for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€17
National Express frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Northampton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Northampton can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Northampton is €22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Northampton from Luton is on average 1 h 10 min   for the 52 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Luton to Northampton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Northampton leaves at 02: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Northampton leaves at 23: 55.
There are 17 coaches a day from Luton to Northampton which require at least one change with National Express or Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Luton to Northampton coach with National Express or Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Northampton from Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. When arriving in Northampton, you can end your route in coach stations like Northampton, Town Centre, Northampton, Far Cotton and Northampton, London Road.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Northampton, Town Centre, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Northampton from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Northampton by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel from Luton to Northampton 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Luton to Northampton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Luton to Northampton, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Northampton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Northampton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Northampton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Northampton.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Luton to Northampton

    Luton
    Northampton
    The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Northampton.
    Luton, Station Interchange
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    Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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