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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Nottingham
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Northampton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Nottingham will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 19 buses that leave Northampton for Nottingham on Mon, Dec 29, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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 Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Northampton to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Nottingham buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| NX707 · NX450 | Delayed 8:45 AM 6:15 AMNorthampton, Town Centre | 4h00 | 10:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 8:45 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h45 | 12:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h00 | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h10 | 1:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 11:25 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h30 | 2:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h00 | 3:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 1:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 4h10 | 6:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 4:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h20 | 7:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h30 | 8:15 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 8:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 6:40 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h10 | 9:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 PM Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 1h20 | 9:05 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h00 | 10:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 10:25 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX707 · NX230 | On time 8:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 4h35 | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 1h59 | 11:59 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Northampton to Nottingham
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Buses from Northampton to Nottingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 80 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Northampton to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Nottingham with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Northampton to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, 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 Nottingham, you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) and Nottingham, Beeston Centre Tram stop.
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 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Northampton to Nottingham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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