The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Birmingham will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Northampton for Birmingham 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 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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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Compare train and bus for Northampton to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Birmingham 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 1m. 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 | €15 Average price |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m 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
Northampton to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Birmingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:35 AM Northampton | 1h55 | 10:30 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Northampton | 1h40 | 7:20 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Northampton | 1h30 | 10:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Northampton | 1h50 | 12:10 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h40 | 3:15 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Birmingham
Buses from Northampton to Birmingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. 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 30m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Birmingham 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 Northampton to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, 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 Northampton to Birmingham
- 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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