4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Leicester
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Northampton to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Leicester will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 24 buses that leave Northampton for Leicester on Wed, Nov 12, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Northampton to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Leicester 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 1h 7m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Leicester buses for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:20 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h00 | 10:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0h45 | 11:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 NX707 · NX230 | On time 11:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h35 | 2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h00 | 2:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 1:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h10 | 5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h25 | 5:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h55 | 4:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 4:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h25 | 6:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0h45 | 5:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h20 | 7:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h55 | 6:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 6:40 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 8:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 9:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 9:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 8:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h40 | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 10:50 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 11:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h11 | 1:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h51 | 12:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 0h50 | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h10 | 3:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX440 | 6:15 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h35 | 9:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX707 · NX230 | 8:45 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h50 | 11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Leicester
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Buses from Northampton to Leicester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 46 km distance in 50m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach Midlands from Northampton to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Leicester with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach Midlands for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Northampton to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Northampton, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), Northampton, London Road and Northampton, North Gate Bus Station. When arriving in Leicester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Braunstone.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), located 3.9 miles (6.3 km) away from the city centre.
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