Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop | Northampton (Grange Park) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | North Gate Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Luton DART Parkway | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | North Gate Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Luton to Northampton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$22 - $48 | Average Duration1h 10m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$4 - $12 | Average Duration40m | 2kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Luton and Northampton?
Stops in Luton
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Stops in Northampton
- A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4 - B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK - C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK - D15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Northampton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Northampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to Northampton start from $22. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Luton to Northampton?
The average bus travel time from Luton to Northampton is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Northampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Luton to Northampton?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Northampton at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Northampton?
A bus trip from Luton to Northampton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Luton to Northampton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Northampton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Luton to Northampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to Northampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Northampton was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Northampton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $56 for a bus ticket from Luton to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-02-07.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
