The cheapest and fastest buses from Sheffield to Northampton
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sheffield to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Northampton will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 4 buses that leave Sheffield for Northampton on Sat, Nov 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest buses will take 7 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 €23, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Sheffield to Northampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Northampton buses for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 AM Sheffield | 4h55 | 10:25 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Northampton
Buses from Sheffield to Northampton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 132 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 132 km |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Sheffield to NorthamptonYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Northampton with Megabus, National Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sheffield to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

When departing from Sheffield, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Brown Street and Sheffield. When arriving in Northampton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), Northampton, London Road and Northampton, North Gate Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sheffield to Northampton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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