4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
13
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 €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 13 buses that leave Northampton for Birmingham on Mon, Aug 03, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
FlixBus2:15 PM1h55Northampton, Town Centre4:10 PMBirmingham€91One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:25 PM1h30Northampton, Town Centre11:55 PMBirmingham€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:35 AM1h40Northampton, Town Centre3:15 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€101One-way0 transfers
NX7073:10 AM1h45Northampton, Town Centre4:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers- NX70711:15 PM1h40Northampton, Town Centre12:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:25 PM1h30Northampton, Town Centre11:55 PMBirmingham€91One-way0 transfers
- NX70711:15 PM1h40Northampton, Town Centre12:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:35 AM1h40Northampton, Town Centre3:15 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€101One-way0 transfers
- NX7073:10 AM1h45Northampton, Town Centre4:55 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers
- NX7078:55 PM1h45Northampton, Town Centre10:40 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 13m. 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 €5.
Distance: 74 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
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, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:25 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h30 | 11:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 11:15 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h40 | 12:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:35 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h40 | 3:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 3:10 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h45 | 4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 9:35 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h55 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 11:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 1:30 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX541 | 1:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h50 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h55 | 4:10 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 4:05 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h55 | 6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX541 | 4:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h05 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX707 | 6:40 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h50 | 8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 | 8:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h45 | 10:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Northampton to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 9 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 15m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Northampton to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €5. 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Northampton to Birmingham
Most Northampton to Birmingham buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport). Use this guide to compare Northampton and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) from Northampton city centre
Getting to Northampton, Far Cotton from Northampton city centre
Which Birmingham station do buses from Northampton arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
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